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How does license restoration work in North Carolina?

A suspended or revoked license can make your life difficult. Going from place to place becomes a hassle when you cannot drive. And if your job required you to operate a motor vehicle, you may face termination for your violation. Yet, no matter what led…

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DUI can have criminal and administrative consequences

If you were recently arrested for drunk or otherwise impaired driving, you know that if convicted you’ll have to accept the criminal consequences that come with it. Did you know that in North Carolina, as in other states, there are also administrative consequences associated with…

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North Carolina man facing misdemeanor larceny charges

Near the end of May, a North Carolina man was arrested for allegedly stealing merchandise from a store located in the Charlotte area. This individual has been charged with several counts of misdemeanor larceny. A conviction on these charges could have significant criminal and personal…

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What is needed to convict a person on forgery charges?

White-collar crimes are something the state of North Carolina takes very seriously. If charged with this type of crime, the way the accused handles his or her defense can mean the difference between being allowed to go home and spending years in prison. This is…

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North Carolina has a zero-tolerance policy for underage drinking

In North Carolina, one has to be at least 21 years old to purchase, possess or consume alcohol. The exceptions to this law are that consumption may be allowed for younger individuals for religious purposes, or if it is done in the privacy of one’s…

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Do you have to allow the police to search your vehicle?

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…

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