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What factors impact theft charges in North Carolina?

There are many crimes where state-specific laws can make a significant difference in potential charges and consequences. Theft is one type of crime where the situation an accused person may face can vary quite a bit between states. In North Carolina, theft is prosecuted more often than…

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Can winter weather and other factors influence field sobriety test results?

Law enforcement strives to keep North Carolina roads safe by taking impaired driving seriously. A conviction for DWI can lead to a host of devastating penalties including jail time, fines, loss of driving privileges and installation of an ignition interlock device. Unfortunately, many cases begin…

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Insurance fraud charges laid in North Carolina

If someone is served food that is unsanitary and dangerous, the issue is typically addressed with the restaurant. In some cases, damages may be paid by the restaurant’s insurance company, especially if the issue resulted in medical bills. But, what happens if authorities accuse the person making a false claim? Recently, such a…

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Could your child go to jail as a juvenile?

Most parents hope that their children will be productive members of society. While they likely anticipate some horseplay and bad decisions in their children’s younger years, they may not expect their kids to do something that is against the law. However, many teens and even…

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How can a DWI impact insurance rates?

The consequences of a criminal conviction can sometimes go beyond official punishments handed down from authorities. For example, a criminal record could impact employability or the ability to secure a loan. In the case of a conviction for driving while impaired (DWI), insurance rates are one major “unofficial” consequence…

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What implied consent laws mean for you

It is a safe bet to say that pretty much every adult resident of North Carolina knows that drinking and driving or driving under the influence of any impairing substance is illegal. When law enforcement authorities suspect a person of driving while impaired, they have…

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