Violations of protective orders carry heavy consequences
In North Carolina, domestic violence is an attempt at bodily harm or harassment to a member of a person’s household. Domestic violence is intentional violence to an aggrieved party. It is not self-defense. When accused of domestic violence, people often receive...
What is a DWI assessment?
North Carolina law requires that, upon your DWI conviction, you enter an education or treatment program of some kind. The first step in this process is an assessment by a Certified or Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor. According to First Step Services, this...
Potential consequences of an aggravated felony for immigrants
Immigrants to the United States are often under extreme scrutiny. The government runs many checks on a person before he or she may come into the country or request asylum. Once they are living in the U.S., immigrants also must be careful not to do anything that could...
What can I do after receiving a traffic violation?
Traffic violations can have serious consequences, including loss of license, fines, and other punishments. That is why you are encouraged to gain as much information as possible about traffic violations, including ways you can reduce penalties and what to expect if...
Skills that you can develop in an anger management class
Being charged with domestic violence in North Carolina may disrupt your life in many ways. You may notice changes in your relationships because people have lost trust or respect for you. Rebuilding your reputation and proving that you will not make the same mistakes...
How long will the state suspend my driver’s license?
The North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles published a schedule of traffic violations and the subsequent suspension periods, which range from 30 days to permanently. The state handles other minor infractions with a Driver License Point System, and the...
Can you talk on the phone while driving?
North Carolina law does not expressly ban the use of a cellphone behind the wheel, and law enforcement cannot pull a driver over for talking on the phone. However, the laws fall in line with those in other states by banning texting while driving. Gain some knowledge...
Looking for a job with a DWI record
People who are arrested on suspicion of having been driving while under the influence of alcohol may experience a wide range of penalties should they be convicted of a driving while intoxicated offense. These penalties may include spending time in jail, losing the...
Domestic violence call leads to couple’s arrest
An allegation of domestic violence often carries with it such a stigma that people in Statesville often rush to judgement against those accused of it. Some might say they have good reason to; statistics tend to show that victims of violent crimes often know (and are...
How drug court differs from traditional drug rehab programs
A North Carolina drug conviction typically brings with it substantial penalties. Depending on the details surrounding your drug crime, you could potentially have to spend time behind bars, attend a substance abuse treatment program and pay steep fines, among other...
