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Many drivers may think that license points are nothing to worry about. However, these points can have serious consequences. According to the North Carolina Department of Insurance, people earn license points after a conviction for a traffic violation. If people are at...
For many North Carolinians, obtaining a four-year college degree is one of the more effective ways to achieve the American dream. After all, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, individuals with a bachelor's degree tend to earn about $900 per week more...
When an officer suspects you of driving under the influence, they will likely subject you to one or several sobriety tests. One of the first may come from a group of testing called field sobriety tests. But what is a field sobriety test? And what happens if you fail...
Domestic violence affects thousands of American families and households. This is why the majority of communities hold domestic violence in such low regard. Committing domestic assault is not just a crime against another person, but a crime against the community. This...
If you have received a conviction for driving while intoxicated, law enforcement may require you to have an ignition interlock device as a way to prevent subsequent convictions for driving while intoxicated. Another DWI offense could add further fines and increase...
Facing charges of domestic violence in North Carolina can change the trajectory of anyone's life. Often, people who react violently have endured trauma at some point in their life that has impacted their ability to respond reasonably and rationally to stressful...
If law enforcement pulls you over on suspicion of driving while impaired, the officer may ask you to take a field sobriety test. There are three parts to the standardized FST, all of which seem easy enough to execute. So, what could go wrong if you take the field...
If an officer accuses you of driving while under the influence, you may not be sure how to handle the situation. Many people fear police stops, and for something as serious as a DWI, it can be even more daunting. Keep these tips in mind about how to handle a...
A North Carolina drug charge has the potential to lead to serious penalties for anyone. However, if you receive such a charge and are not a legal U.S. citizen, the repercussions you face may prove even more serious. Any drug offense may lead to detention and...
New laws that took effect at the end of 2020 in North Carolina changed certain aspects of criminal justice in the state. The Second Chance Act and The First Step Act enacted reforms expected to deliver help to individuals convicted or charged with minor crimes or drug...
