It can feel like the police have the power to do anything. However, you have certain constitutional rights, including a right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures. This means that police do not have free rein to search your vehicle as they see…
Police in North Carolina are currently investigating the recent death of a disabled teenager. The girl — age 17 — was found drowned in her bathtub. Her caregiver was arrested and is said to be facing various felony charges. According to reports, law enforcement officers in Charlotte…
Every year, numerous North Carolina residents are arrested and charged with various drug-related offenses. Some will get their cases dismissed, some will end up behind bars and some will end up in court-ordered drug treatment. Of those who cannot get their cases dismissed, who might…
It happened. You were pulled over by North Carolina Police and asked to submit to field sobriety testing. You complied because you felt you had to, and doing so resulted in test failure and your arrest. Many people believe that if they fail their field…
The state of Florida takes physical violence and unwanted touching seriously. Those accused of doing these things may be charged with battery, and they will face significant consequences if prosecuting attorneys succeed in achieving a conviction. Thankfully, one does not have to fight criminal charges…
Now that you have turned 18, you are probably looking forward to finishing your senior year of high school and heading off to college. You are in for a real treat. Not only does college prepare you for joining the workforce, but it is also…
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