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...
North Carolina Criminal Law Blog
What should you do when accused of theft by an employer?
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...
Why predictive policing doesn’t work
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...
How many points do traffic violations add to your license?
You will get points added to your license if you pay a traffic ticket or unsuccessfully contest it in court. When you accumulate a certain number of these points, you may lose your driving privileges for a period of time. A license suspension can be costly and largely...
Is it legal to lie to investors about your business concept?
You have an incredible idea. You know that if you can get the right technology and patents in place, your idea will to a very lucrative business. You may need financial support from outside investors to take your concept and turn it into a functional business....
What are the collateral consequences of a sex crime conviction?
Not many crimes are as egregious as sex crimes. A conviction for rape, for instance, can lead to significant jail time. However, besides these legal ramifications, a sex crime conviction does come with non-legal implications too. Here are some of the collateral...
Can you get a drug conviction expunged?
Everyone makes mistakes. However, those mistakes can lead to a criminal record for some people. A drug charge or conviction in your past can make a fresh start difficult. If you are convicted of a drug offense in North Carolina, you may be wondering if there is any...
3 mistakes you need to avoid when charged with a sex crime
Being accused of a sex crime can be extremely frightening. A conviction can lead to years in jail, a ruined reputation as well as inclusion on the sex offender register. Therefore, it goes without saying that facing a sex crime is a very, very big deal. Keeping your...
Will your explicit text run afoul of North Carolina laws?
Mobile phones make it easier to meet new people through social media platforms and dating apps. They also help you develop a bond with a new acquaintance that can lead to a real romance. However, sometimes the behaviors involved in digital flirting can violate state...
Can you accidentally commit securities fraud?
Are you familiar with the term securities fraud? Chances are you've heard of it concerning some high-profile case in the news, but do you know what it is? In short, securities fraud is when someone deliberately misleads investors or uses false information to generate...