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 […]

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It is common to hear about “three-strike rules.” If someone has three convictions on their criminal record, then they could face even more severe penalties. The ideas of these laws are common across the country, but they are different for each state. Technically, North Carolina has such a law, but it is known as the […]

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The evening news frequently covers stories about individuals facing criminal charges. They may report that state police arrested them on drug trafficking charges, and also note that the individual could face federal charges. There is a distinction between state and federal cases, and it is important to understand the real differences between them. 4 critical […]

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Social media now plays a large role in everyday life. Forbes reports that on average, Americans spent nearly 1,300 hours on social media in 2020. This may not come as a surprise. Social media has become the main source of news and communication for many people. The risk surrounding social media is not a surprise […]

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Evidence is at the center of any criminal case. Some forms are considered reliable, such as DNA evidence or ballistics. Meanwhile, other forms have come into question, such as eyewitness testimonies. According to recent reports and movements, another heavily used form of evidence is under fire as well. First: Remember you are “innocent until proven […]

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As we discussed in the last blog post, interactions with police can be stressful, especially considering that police do not necessarily have to tell the truth in certain situations. However, what about from your perspective? What should you do if you must interact with the police? Here are some critical tips to remember. 1. Use […]

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It often seems that felonies are more serious than misdemeanors. Many people think this is true, especially since misdemeanor charges do not always involve jail time. While misdemeanors may have less severe penalties than felonies, that does not mean they are not serious. Individuals should not underestimate the risks of facing misdemeanor charges. Misdemeanors still […]

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Any interaction with North Carolina police can be stressful – and risky. They ask demanding questions and may even accuse you of violating the law or committing a crime you did not. The risk involved in these interactions becomes even more clear when you wonder: is it possible for the police to lie to you? […]

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Welcoming the holidays means seeing family, exchanging gifts and enjoying plenty of food and drink. Those drinks are frequently alcoholic as well. It is no secret that many people drink more alcohol around the holidays. A 2018 study found that individuals drink double the amount of alcohol around the holidays than they do year-round. However, […]

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When people think of wire fraud, they often think of phishing scams or phone call schemes. However, picking up the phone is not the only way someone could end up facing charges. The definition of wire fraud covers much more ground than that nowadays. So, what does it encompass? Many things could qualify as wire […]

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