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Like all states, North Carolina has had explicit laws against drunk driving in place for years. Yet, the rules about drugged driving are not so well known. As a driver, the main thing to know is that the state takes a tough line on anyone they believe is affected by...
Having another vehicle follow too closely when you’re driving can be nerve-wracking. You’re constantly anxious as you look at the mirror, just thinking about how they’re making an accident far more likely than it has to be. This could happen for a lot of reasons....
Do you really understand what constitutes identity theft? Most people actually do not. Identity theft falls under the umbrella of a white collar crime. Often, identity theft is a financially motivated offense that deprives someone of monetary resources. As you might...
Bars, restaurants and other hospitality establishments are always trying to find small services that they can charge customers for to increase and diversify their revenue streams. They will add new menu items or drinks to profit off of trends. Vending machines in the...
North Carolina is a beautiful state, but it does have its problems. Among them is a risk of drunk drivers on the road, drivers being uninsured and fatal collisions. A new report ranked North Carolina against other states to find the state with the worst drivers in the...
Someone you care about has made a mistake and committed a crime. You want to help, naturally -- but you need to be careful about what you do. Otherwise, you could find yourself facing charges of your own. For example, a Florida man was recently arrested on a variety...
More and more, it seems like cellular phones are a vital part of people’s lives. Most of us conduct a great deal of communication, business, leisure activities and hobbies online. Naturally, if you’re arrested on suspicion of certain types of crimes, whether it’s a...
Because most white-collar crimes are financial in nature, it's not uncommon for defendants to either voluntarily pay restitution or find themselves obligated to do so after sentencing. Understanding the idea of restitution and how this could work is an important part...
When you have a severe headache or pain, you might start looking for strong painkillers to find some relief. If you have a friend or colleague who has drugs like Vicodin or hydrocodone, you may think you’re in luck, since those are higher-grade painkillers that...
Many people, when given a speeding ticket, assume that they simply have to pay. They don’t even consider their options. They just cut the check, no matter how difficult it is to afford such a sudden expense, and hope it doesn’t happen again. The truth, though, is...