Statesville North Carolina Legal Blog
Theft crimes in North Carolina
Every state has its own definitions and penalties for theft offenses, and in North Carolina, the charges depend on a variety of circumstances, such as how much and what type of property is taken and whether a weapon is involved. FindLaw notes that before a person...
Can a paternity action be filed against you after you die?
Establishing that you are the legal father of one or more children allows you to pursue visitation rights and give your children access to family information and benefits. You also have an important say in determining your family responsibilities. It is important to...
Using a prenuptial agreement to establish a trust
There are a number of important issues a North Carolina couple can address in a prenuptial agreement, including what should happen to property following the death of one or more of the spouses. A prenuptial accord can help ensure that children of the couple receive...
Can you include life insurance in marital assets?
In the majority of life insurance policies in North Carolina, a person’s spouse is the primary beneficiary. After all, life insurance protects your closest loved ones from financial ruin if your income is lost due to your death. When you name your spouse as your...
Can a stepparent adopt stepchild in North Carolina?
Stepparents often have no legal rights or privileges to stepchildren. In some cases, it may be in the child’s best interests for a stepparent to legally adopt his or her stepchild. In North Carolina, a stepparent may adopt a stepchild by following the proper steps. In...
Determining child custody in North Carolina
Like other things, divorcing couples in North Carolina and elsewhere often disagree on custody of their shared children. As such, this is a sticking point for many people as they navigate legally ending their marriages. In order to help them prepare and know what to...
Can you remove a criminal conviction from your record?
If you are a resident of North Carolina and you were convicted of committing a crime when you were younger, you may pay the price for years to come if you have a criminal record. Fortunately, the North Carolina Judicial Branch provides a process called expunction,...
Will a criminal conviction affect your child custody case?
Before a North Carolina family law judge will make any custody determinations, he or she will examine several factors to determine what type of arrangement will be in the best interests of the child. The "child's best interests" standard is a broad one that can...
Should I move out when facing a separation?
If your marriage is ending, you may want to cut ties and start fresh by leaving the family home as soon as possible. As long as you are safe at home, however, staying there may provide legal benefits during divorce proceedings. Consider these factors when determining...
Are you required to get a custody order upon divorce?
When you and your partner decide to divorce or separate, you may wish to keep the process as uncomplicated as possible. To do this, you may wish to forgo the custody battle and maintain your own unofficial custody agreement. According to the North Carolina Judicial...
