How Can I Defend Myself Against Embezzlement Charges
What is Embezzlement? Embezzlement charges can have serious ramifications on your career prospects and opportunities for the rest of your life. While an embezzlement charge is considered a “white collar” crime, a conviction will cause you to have a criminal record. For this reason, it is important that you take every action that you can […]
Are DWI Records Public in North Carolina?
If you’ve ever been arrested for anything, it’s very possible that anyone can find it with some online or offline searching. This includes being arrested for a Driving While Impaired(DWI). Therefore DWI records are public in North Carolina. In general, criminal records are considered public information throughout the United States. For example in Florida, every […]
Can I Be Arrested for Marijuana Possession in North Carolina?
Marijuana remains classified as an illegal drug on a federal level. However, many states have taken steps to legalize or decriminalize marijuana possession. In North Carolina, marijuana possession remains illegal. If you are caught with marijuana, here are some things that you should know. North Carolina Laws for Marijuana Possession Marijuana is considered a Schedule […]
Is Open Carry Allowed in North Carolina?
Gun ownership laws are not very restrictive in the state of North Carolina. It is considered an open carry state that is fairly permissive for gun ownership and open carry. It is your constitutional right to own and carry a gun within allowed places within the state, as long as you are 18 years old […]
Defense Against Disorderly Conduct
Disorderly conduct charges are serious and can cause you to have a criminal record. This can have severe ramifications on your life, whether it comes to a background check for employment or getting approved to rent an apartment. Since you can be charged with disorderly conduct for unintentional or relatively minor actions, it is imperative […]
When Accused, Don’t Talk to Police
You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney and if you cannot afford one, one will be appointed for you. This well-known statement is the Miranda warning that people hear when they are being […]
Can My DWI Record Be Expunged In North Carolina?
Whenever someone says, “background check,” you may be nervous about what they might find especially a DWI. Whether it’s for a job, an apartment, or some other important event, you probably won’t want them to find it, but they likely will. If one of those discoveries is a DWI, the process might unfortunately end there. […]
“It was Just a Joke”—Was it a Criminal Threat?
“I’ll get you for that.” “Maybe you’ll have an accident on the way home.” “How would you like it if I. . . .?” “I’m gonna come to the house and beat the **** outta you!” Was it a “joke” or a criminal threat? There are times when interactions with others lead to words that […]
Was I Resisting Arrest?
During interactions with police officers, most advice involves complying with the officer’s requests. You are required to give your name and provide your identification to the officer. However, you aren’t required to answer any more questions, no matter what the officer says. Raise your hands, speak politely, and don’t do anything that would make an […]