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Deputy dismissed in wake of domestic violence arrest
Deputy dismissed in wake of domestic violence arrest
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Last Modified on Jan 22, 2024

While most people in Statesville likely take the news of any criminal activity very seriously, there may be certain types of crimes that many view as particularly disturbing. Domestic violence…

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Consequences of a drug conviction
Consequences of a drug conviction
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Last Modified on Nov 21, 2023

Facing fines and time behind bars are only the direct consequences of a drug conviction. A person will also have collateral consequences that could last a lifetime. Collateral consequences happen…

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Violations of protective orders carry heavy consequences
Violations of protective orders carry heavy consequences
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Last Modified on Apr 18, 2025

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…

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What are the penalties for drug possession in North Carolina?
What are the penalties for drug possession in North Carolina?
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Last Modified on Jan 22, 2024

North Carolina can penalize possession of drugs or drug paraphernalia very harshly. While some possession charges are mere misdemeanors, others are felonies. The maximum penalty for a charge of possession…

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