Can you bail out a minor from jail?
The juvenile defense system in North Carolina can be tough to figure out. For instance, many people whose loved ones have gotten arrested wonder whether or not they can bail minors out. You cannot bail...
View ArticleWhat is probation?
Probation is a sentence that is usually ordered for defendants who were convicted of a crime on borderline or basic evidence of criminality. Additionally, it is also normally reserved for those with no...
View ArticleWhat are the differences between burglary, robbery and theft?
The three most common types of property crimes in North Carolina are burglary, robbery, and theft. While these offenses are often confused and lumped together, they have differences. If you are charged...
View ArticleDrug investigation yields multiple arrests
The black market drug industry is apparently doing well across the nation, including in North Carolina where several defendants have been rounded up in a significant drug sweep. Not all accused have...
View ArticleWhat to know about DWI in North Carolina
While many states call drunk driving DUI, North Carolina calls it DWI or driving while impaired. In the past, a DUI charge was separate, but now DWI and DUI get treated the same. Drivers in Monroe,...
View ArticleWhat is a “no contest” plea?
Most criminal defendants in North Carolina assume they will only be allowed to plead guilty or take a case to trial by pleading not guilty in the initial hearing. The truth is that there is also an...
View ArticleWhat to know after the arrest of your juvenile
When a person age 17 or younger commits a crime, they often enter the juvenile justice system rather than the criminal justice system in place for adults. Juvenile courts focus on rehabilitation and...
View ArticleAssault against a disabled person
North Carolina takes assault and battery seriously. This is especially true if the victim is a disabled person. The penalties are even harsher in such a situation. What is assault and battery? Assault...
View ArticleNorth Carolina raises age minimum for juvenile criminal court
North Carolina’s juvenile criminal offenders typically appear in court proceedings specifically for minors. In December, the state raised the age minimum for appearing in juvenile court. What is the...
View ArticleHow does North Carolina DWI law work for underage drivers
If you are under the age of 21, North Carolina law prohibits you from driving after consuming any alcohol or if you have any level of alcohol or other controlled substance in your system. This is a...
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