North Carolina Criminal Law Blog

There may be a connection between risky driving behaviors, including speeding and peer influence. However, even if every driver is doing it, speeding is unlawful, and you can receive a traffic ticket and face its consequences. Here is what to do when drivers around...

A drug possession charge may dramatically impact your future, especially if the charges involve possession with intent to sell. If you’re convicted, this will remain in your record and may impact your housing options, jeopardize your ability to pursue an education and...

Securities fraud is a serious concern with far-reaching financial and legal implications. From Ponzi schemes to insider trading, it's essential to recognize common types of securities fraud so that you know what to watch out for.  This blog post will provide an...

Possession of methamphetamine is a serious charge and carries serious penalties if convicted. Because of this, if you are facing these charges, you must take steps to protect your rights and freedom. In North Carolina, it is illegal to manufacture, sell, or deliver...

The basis of criminal charges sometimes stems from evidence police obtain during a search. One of the most important things for them to remember is that the evidence can only be used if it’s collected in the proper manner.  Police can’t just walk into your home or go...

If you have paid your price to society following a criminal conviction, you deserve a second chance in life. Unfortunately, a criminal record can hang over your head for the rest of your life. From joining college to finding work or even exercising civic rights like...

Missing out on the best schools, job opportunities, dream homes and a high income are some of the potential impacts of a criminal record. However, if you have served jail term and/or probation, paid fines, completed community service, fulfilled restitution orders and...

You were in your car when you stopped at a red light. Someone came up to your car asking for money. After you said you didn’t have anything to give, they smashed in your window – this could be considered a property crime. When people hear the legal term property...

Being accused of employee theft affects your career and reputation significantly. North Carolina considers any form of larceny a class H felony unless stated otherwise. If charged, you face a maximum punishment of 39 months in prison. For this reason, it is important...

In an effort to remove bias from policing, some police departments began using computer models known as predictive policing. Essentially, computer systems could look at all the available data about crime in the area and predict where a crime would occur in future. The...