In 47 states across the United States of America, hate crime laws are on the books. One of the remaining states without such a law is South Carolina. Hate crime legislation can impact criminal cases significantly, as the charges which could be faced by individuals may...
Criminal justice reform has been a hot topic across the country over the past several months. In North Carolina, one response to these calls for action was the creation of the North Carolina Task Force for Racial Equity in Criminal Justice. Following several weeks of...
One of the most significant moments in a marital split, both from a legal standpoint and a personal one, is when one of the parties officially “moves out” of the home. This is not always a clean break for families; some people may come in and out of the home over the...
When charged with a drug related crime, it is vital to know about how current law will affect your possible sentencing. Since the 1980’s, the government has utilized mandatory minimum sentencing to ensure long prison stints for drug offenders. Mandatory minimums...
Driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs can have serious consequences, including potential criminal charges. North Carolina drivers in such circumstances are typically charged with Driving While Intoxicated/Impaired (DWI). Depending on the state where...
If you live in the United States but are not a citizen or permanent resident, criminal convictions could impact your immigration status. In addition, charges may carry driver's license suspension, fines, community service and even prison time. Review the offenses that...
Receiving an inheritance can help many North Carolina residents obtain more financial security. However, if you received an inheritance and are now facing divorce proceedings, you may have concerns about whether your soon-to-be ex-spouse could have a claim to those...
In the United States, laws around the use of cannabis can vary from state to state. Those who are unclear about the rules around possession, sale and trafficking of this substance between states could put themselves at risk, especially if they make assumptions. Here...
After a recent run-in with law enforcement in North Carolina, you may worry about carrying prescribed medication on you when you leave the house. How do you avoid facing unlawful possession of a controlled substance charges? The Recovery Village has insights that can...
White-collar crimes are nonviolent crimes perpetrated for financial gain, such as identity theft and banking scams. The FBI names corporate fraud, including tax violations and insider trading, as one of their top priorities. On television and in movies, white-collar...
