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,...
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Do police have a right to search your vehicle?
There are many misconceptions regarding police traffic stops that can result in people incriminating themselves. For example, you have no obligation to consent to a police search of your vehicle unless they have a warrant. Knowing your rights can help you safeguard...
Why do commercial drivers have a higher BAC limit?
The law expects every driver to know they should not get behind the wheel if they have alcohol in their system. But while this expectation applies to everyone, the law holds commercial drivers to a higher standard. Like other states, North Carolina imposes a .04%...
What is felony-level shoplifting in North Carolina?
Most of us know what the crime of shoplifting is: taking something from a store without paying for it by concealing it somehow. You might think of it as a relatively minor offense that could lead to an embarrassing arrest and fine at worst. But did you know that North...
Are you eligible for an expunction in North Carolina?
Having a criminal record in North Carolina has the potential to make many aspects of your life harder. Depending on what that record contains, it may make it difficult for you to find housing or lock down a job, among other possible negative effects. However, in some...
How much does a North Carolina DWI raise your insurance?
A North Carolina conviction for Driving While Impaired leads to severe penalties, some of which may impact your ability to hold down a job, pursue higher education or otherwise move forward with your life. While some of the repercussions you face in the wake of a DWI...
Activist pushback criticizes North Carolina marijuana bill
As more states grapple with their stance on marijuana, there are results where certain restrictions incentivize different outcomes. This remains the same whether state legislators insist on restricting marijuana, opening it up for medical use or fully legalizing it...
How will a traffic ticket affect me?
Even the best drivers make mistakes. While non-moving violations have a minimal effect on your life, moving violations may come with big changes to both your driving record and insurance rates. Driving record The state of North Carolina has a fairly straightforward...
What can a plea bargain do?
When presented with a plea bargain, many people may feel tempted to take it right away without actually understanding what it entails. Do plea bargains have any negative effects? Are they right for everyone? What exactly can they do, anyway? Potential positives The...
Should you use your Miranda rights?
If you ever find yourself in a situation where the police arrest you and wish to interrogate you, they will read you your Miranda rights. It is important to understand what these rights are and whether or not you should rely on them. What are Miranda rights? According...
