Known as the “five-finger discount,” shoplifting is a common crime. Stuffing toiletries in purses or piling on layers of clothes may not be the best way to get freebies, especially if the outing ends in arrest. North Carolina statutes break down shoplifting into two...
Month: February 2021
Child custody options for North Carolina parents
When a North Carolina married couple with children files for divorce, it brings numerous issues front and center that they must resolve before achieving a settlement. Child custody is a top priority, and a concerned parent can take comfort in knowing that he or she...
2 Defendants will be extradited to North Carolina
Being accused of a crime in North Carolina and found guilty of the same are two separate issues. It is often possible to face criminal charges but not get convicted. Anyone arrested and charged with a crime is guaranteed an opportunity to refute the charges in court....
Child custody talks need not be in person
If parents have a contentious relationship, it can intensify the stress of their divorce. While some parents in North Carolina are able to get along peacefully and, perhaps, even attend functions together, such as school plays or holiday parties, others can barely be...