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Normally, a driver charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI) in North Carolina would face a misdemeanor on conviction. The state has five levels of misdemeanor charges from Level V to Level I, with the fines and jail time increasing per level. However, a Level I...
When individuals find themselves facing criminal charges in North Carolina, they may wonder if there are alternatives to the traditional court process. Deferred prosecution is one such alternative. The program seeks to give certain individuals facing criminal charges...
A divorce must have taken a turn for the worst if a parent, grandparent or any relative files for a North Carolina temporary emergency custody order. The state takes a child’s well-being seriously. Courts only grant emergency custody in the most severe cases. A...
Over time, one or both spouses may realize that their relationship is no longer healthy and mutually agree to divorce. But sometimes, rather than confronting their spouse, some individuals find it easier just to pack up and leave. If your partner abandons you without...
Marital misconduct involves any unacceptable behavior during the marriage that is enough to end it. Examples of marital misconduct in North Carolina include adultery, abandonment, reckless spending, criminal behavior and financial abuse. The court may take such...
An expungement is a legal process to remove a criminal charge or conviction from your record. The purpose of this procedure is to seal a record so that the public can no longer see it. North Carolina uses the terms "expunction" and "expungement" interchangeably and...
Divorce and other cases could require couples to undergo various procedures depending on the circumstances. It is true more so when tackling custody and visitation concerns. However, going to court for these affairs could be time-consuming and costly. Fortunately,...
Divorce courts generally take the issue of child custody very seriously. The judge will likely examine your qualities and background closely to determine if you can provide your children with a secure and stable growing environment. In certain situations, they might...
Shoplifting, a common crime that involves stealing goods from retail stores, has serious legal consequences. When caught, individuals may face potential fines, jail time and a criminal record. However, the accused can employ some defense strategies to challenge these...
Identity theft is a felony offense when someone steals your identifying information pretending to be you for their economic gain. Anyone with an intent to defraud can illegally obtain your personal details, like social security, passport and driver’s license numbers,...
