Criminal Law

The term “white-collar crime” refers to numerous types of illegal activities, all of which carry stiff penalties under conviction in a North Carolina criminal court. If you become subject to a criminal investigation, it’s best to start planning a criminal defense...

Do you know that a minor cannot be arrested for a suspected crime? This doesn’t necessarily mean, however, that a North Carolina police officer cannot or will not take your minor son or daughter into custody. Police can take juveniles into temporary custody under...

Cybercrimes are broadly defined as criminal offenses committed through the Internet or other computer technology. Numerous crimes fall under the umbrella of cybercrimes, and in some cases, perpetrators can face federal charges as well as state charges. The following...

Many serious and violent crimes go unpunished in North Carolina and across the country simply because prosecutors do not have the evidence to link alleged perpetrators to their crimes. For many years, local, state and national law enforcement agencies have relied on a...

There are many reasons police in North Carolina may suspect a driver to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. During a traffic stop, officers will likely ask the driver to perform standardized field sobriety tests to determine whether they are intoxicated. Are...

It can be quite unsettling to be driving along a North Carolina roadway and notice lights on a police car flashing behind you in your mirror. In such situations, it is always best to immediately pull over in the safest manner possible. Some drivers get so nervous that...

Law enforcement throughout North Carolina is concerned with keeping their communities safe and clear of illegal activity. Among the most pervasive types of crimes are those involving illicit drugs and narcotics, and those convicted of such crimes can face serious...

In the modern world, advanced technology adds convenience and support to daily life. However, certain issues, such as online correspondence, can also spark problems between people, especially if one person feels that another person is bullying. The term...

North Carolina and other states are facing shortages of teachers, including substitute teachers. Although parents want to believe school districts take proper steps to vet and select substitutes, the truth is that the process of becoming a substitute requires no more...