Bonds of $500,000 were reportedly set for two men who are facing serious drug charges in North Carolina. Both arrests were made in conjunction with a task force investigation that was carried out over several weeks. One of the men in question is age 31 and the other...
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North Carolina man facing serious drug charges
North Carolina police have leveled some hefty allegations against a man they say has been supplying illegal drugs to the community. The Harnett County Sheriff’s Department made a statement on a recent Wednesday saying the man in question had a large amount of fentanyl...
3 career-related reasons to pursue an expungement
You have worked hard to put together an impressive resume. While you are certain prospective employers will appreciate your education, skills and experience, you may also have some concern about a criminal conviction in your past. In North Carolina, it is possible to...
Should your child custody plan include virtual visitation?
When a pair of North Carolina parents file for divorce, they must resolve any number of issues pertaining to their children. Child custody can be a complex topic and stressful as well, especially if the parents in question disagree on a specific matter. Most family...
DWI: Things that cause false positive breath tests
If a North Carolina police officer makes a traffic stop, it might have something to do with suspecting a driver of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol. Facing DWI charges in this state or any other is no small matter. It is possible, however, to...
Criminal defense: How prepared are you for a field sobriety test?
When a North Carolina police officer makes a traffic stop, it sometimes leads to a suspected drunk driving arrest. Before an arrest is made, however, the officer in question might ask the driver to take a field sobriety test. Drivers are not obligated to comply with...
Child Support: Things to know, especially if remarriage is a factor
Working out an agreement for child custody and other important issues in divorce can be challenging for North Carolina parents. If the relationship between parents is prone to contention, an unwillingness to compromise and cooperate can make child support or custody...
Miranda rights: An integral component of criminal defense
Ernesto Miranda is the name of the person whose criminal case in 1966 resulted in a U. S. Supreme Court ruling, holding that law enforcement agents cannot lawfully interrogate an individual in police custody without first informing him or her of certain rights...
Penalties for drug possession in North Carolina
North Carolina implements serious legal penalties for possessing controlled substances. Fines and jail time vary based on the type of drug and the amount. Review the state laws about drug possession before facing charges. Schedule I drugs This category includes...
Avoid these child custody arguments
North Carolina married couples who have children really have their work cut out for them if they decide to file for divorce. No matter what issues have transpired between spouses, good parents want what is best for their kids. If the two parents in question happen to...