What restrictions come with a protective order?
Despite the ups and downs that occur in your relationship with your spouse or domestic partner in Statesville, you likely still feel a strong bond with them. That is why being served with a domestic violence protective order may come as a shock. Even if there...
2 reasons why teens may drink and drive
Despite the fact that drinking alcohol is illegal for those under the age of 21, every year there are multiple underage drivers charged with a DWI. Parents need to focus on helping them understand the dangers of drinking and driving, so they will not get behind the...
Men are not immune from being domestic violence victims
When talk of domestic violence comes up in North Carolina and elsewhere, the first image that often comes to mind is that of a battered woman. The truth is that men can easily find themselves the victims of domestic assault. The National Domestic Violence...
Can a DUI affect your financial aid?
Many North Carolina college students rely on financial aid to pay tuition. Unfortunately, just one bad decision could be enough to ruin a student's chances of getting the aid they require. FindLaw takes a look at some of the DUI basics, including the penalties that...
What is the First Step Act?
Criminal justice reform is a topic that gets a lot in North Carolina and throughout the country. A large percentage of people feel the judicial system has major issues that require fixing. Lawmakers and those in power struggle often to figure out exactly how to make...
Should the BAC limit be reduced?
With the exception of Utah, which will undergo a change going into 2020, all states have set a blood alcohol content (BAC) limit of 0.08%. This includes North Carolina. Many people feel this is too low. According to Fox News, scientific researchers say the BAC limit...
Field sobriety test inaccuracy rates
Most people in Carolina have heard or read news reports about drivers being stopped and arrested for suspected drunk driving. These reports often paint a picture that does not reflect positively on the defendants and that plays on stereotypes that drunk drivers are...
What does North Carolina law say about domestic violence?
A North Carolina domestic violence charge can result in severe penalties if the prosecution is able to convince the judge that you are guilty and you receive a conviction. But what is it that the prosecution has to prove? Here is what the North Carolina statute §...
Know the penalties for DWI
Driving while impaired is a misdemeanor crime in North Carolina. The court divides DWI charges into five levels based on the factors involved in the crime. Mitigating factors are positive, such as a good driving record. Aggravating factors are negative, such as DWI...
What are your rights when stopped by the police in public?
Even if you have done nothing wrong, an encounter with the police can be stressful. Your stress may increase if you believe that the officer may be profiling you on the basis of your race or ethnicity. In a situation such as this, it is important to stay calm...
