Regardless of the type of criminal charges you face, one of the first questions on your mind is how you can eliminate the charges – or at least reduce them. That is why it is critical for individuals to understand their rights, including the right to legal counsel. However, it can also help to understand […]

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One’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) can play a big role when facing DUI charges. The ratio can even affect how severe the charges are. So, how does this calculation work, and what does it mean? What exactly is BAC? First, it is important to note that the human body does not digest alcohol like it […]

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In previous blog posts, we have discussed how the type of drug and the amount of a drug can have a considerable influence on the severity of charges individuals face. However, what if the substances are essentially the same, but result in widely different charges? For many years, that has been the case with incidents […]

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Atom Cameron was initially charged with second-degree murder for killing Colby Lucas. The incident took place on September 25, 2018, around 2:20 p.m. at Circle K in Durham. He was subsequently charged in 2019 for possession of a stolen firearm and two drug charges. In October of 2021, Senior Resident Superior Court Judge Orlando Hudson […]

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Many people take “trafficking” and “distributing” to mean the same thing when it comes to drug charges. After all, it is a common myth that trafficking charges stem from a much larger scheme to make money. But this is not true. So, what exactly constitutes a trafficking charge? First: Two variables impact all drug charges […]

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The United States Constitution might give individuals the right to bear arms, but individuals must still follow the rules. North Carolina residents must meet very specific conditions to obtain a license to own and carry a concealed firearm. Maintaining the right to own a gun, as well as protecting one’s future, requires individuals to stay […]

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Facing a criminal investigation or criminal charges can be overwhelming. You find yourself worrying: what penalties will you face?  How can you protect yourself? This is why many people often take steps to get a criminal defense attorney on their side. Even so, many people might wonder why they should hire an attorney in the […]

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The U.S. Constitution protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures by police. That is why, as many people know, North Carolina police usually need a warrant to search their property, such as their home or even their vehicle in some cases. But what about your cellphone? This device is something you have on your person […]

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Getting pulled over and charged with driving under the influence can very quickly turn someone’s life upside down. Individuals worry about what happens next, what will happen in their future and how it will affect everything they planned. These concerns often boil down to one question: how long will a DWI conviction stay on their […]

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Dealing with criminal charges is always alarming – and always serious. And facing any charge can leave individuals in North Carolina with many questions. What will happen next? What are their rights? These questions and concerns become even more critical if individuals learn they could face federal charges as well. Hearing this can come as […]

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