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Violent crimes may be on the rise, but property crimes remain the most common type of crime across the country. Theft charges are still on the rise as well, and North Carolina officials recently took steps to increase enforcement and penalties for a fast-growing type of theft. Penalties look to increase for organized retail theft WRAL reports that members of…[...]

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The police want to conduct a search, and the risk of facing criminal charges suddenly becomes very real. However, in these situations, there is also the risk of police violating your rights and conducting an illegal search. What exactly does this mean? Here are a few critical details to know. What makes a search illegal? To understand what an illegal…[...]

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Facing an arrest can be just as frightening as facing criminal charges. In cases like this, it is human instinct to protect yourself – which might involve the fight-or-flight response. However, fleeing or otherwise resisting arrest could lead to even more stress in such a situation. So, what should you know about “resisting arrest?” What counts as resisting arrest? North…[...]

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Anytime someone gets behind the wheel after a night out, they could face the risk of getting pulled over by police. They might believe they are okay to drive, but a breath test can often pick up even the slightest hints of alcohol. The breath test and even criminal charges do not discriminate by age – but is there a…[...]

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During the traffic stop, police may conduct a field sobriety test and eventually charge an individual with a DUI or a DWI. Even so, to escalate from criminal charges to a conviction, the prosecution has to prove that the individual was driving drunk. How exactly do they prove this and potentially obtain a conviction? As in most cases, evidence is…[...]

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If someone faces criminal charges, the details are often the most important aspect of the case. This is why laws list a range of penalties, depending on the severity of the offense. That is also the courts consider both mitigating and aggravating circumstances. However, you may have heard that some charges come with a “mandatory minimum” sentence. What does that…[...]

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Gun crimes and violence are issues that are always under a microscope in the U.S. It is something that news sources, law enforcement, political figures and even the public all have an opinion about. Regardless of opinion, this subject has once again taken center stage at the national and state levels as many sources say the rate of violence is…[...]

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The internet may open up a world of opportunity, but it also opens individuals up to risk. The rise of social media in particular has introduced unique concerns. In a recent blog post, we discussed the risks of criminal charges linked to social media use. It seems that risk is on the rise – and not just for teens and…[...]

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Not many people think twice before walking into a bar. However, alcohol plays a significant role in various types of crimes each year. This is partly because alcohol is strictly regulated. The other part is usually because the effects of alcohol can increase the risk of criminal activity. Both of these reasons influence why individuals should avoid possessing a firearm…[...]

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The police are at the door – and they have a search warrant. This is a stressful situation in any circumstance. However, once the door is open, the police cannot search just anywhere, wandering through your whole residence. The search warrant will tell you where the police are allowed to search. So, here are a few important things for you…[...]

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