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Can you refuse a Breathalyzer test?
In North Carolina, there is an implied consent law in place. We at The Law Office of Kevin L. Barnett are here to explain the purpose of this law, as well as how it can impact you if you are pulled over and then suspected…
What rights do you have if you are stopped by law enforcement?
Being stopped by police in North Carolina can be a terrifying experience. It is easy to become confused and say or do the wrong thing when you are facing law enforcement officials who are accusing you of committing a crime. One of the most important…
Marijuana penalties in North Carolina
Although many states have legalized cannabis for medical and/or recreational use, North Carolina still has some of the nation’s strictest laws prohibiting marijuana. House Bill 766, introduced in April 2019 and currently under review by the state General Assembly, strives to decriminalize adult possession of less…
Is criminal expungement becoming easier?
Many people want a clean record. For those in North Carolina with an arrest record, expungement is already a possibility. What some do not realize is that if the courts charge you with a crime that is later dismissed, those arrests remain on your record.…
Can young drug offenders have their records expunged?
In North Carolina, to carry a drug charge on your record can alter your life. Even after you serve your sentence, you may still face negative consequences. It does not necessarily matter the nature of your charge, the simple conviction damages a person’s reputation. Nowadays,…
What are common white collar crimes?
White collar crime can be tricky to define because it encompasses quite a few different crimes. However, the best way to define it is that it involves finances and does not involve physically harming another person. These two aspects are what set it apart from…
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