Drug possession charges are very serious and can result in lengthy prison sentences for individuals convicted of drug crimes. A recent case in North Carolina shows the criminal charges individuals can face if a police officer suspects that an illegal substance is...
Month: September 2013
1 injured, 1 killed in North Carolina car accident
One passenger is dead and another is critically injured following a single-car crash on Sept. 21, according to local law enforcement. North Carolina police are still investigating how the car accident, which claimed the life of one local man and injured his friend, a...
Man accused of trading tattoos for EBT benefits faces charges
Some North Carolina residents depend on food stamps to feed their families. Yet, it isn't uncommon to read that someone allegedly misused their government benefits in order to obtain items such as alcohol, cigarettes, lottery tickets or other non-food items. However,...
North Carolina woman killed by drunk driver
One woman has been charged in the death of another following an accident in Asheville, according to local sources. The 45-year-old is being held responsible for the death of a local North Carolina woman after an accident police believe was the result of intoxication....
Dispute leads to charges against North Carolina tribal leader
Facing white collar crime charges can be incredibly damaging to a person's personal and professional reputation -- even if he or she isn't convicted. This is why it's important to take these charges seriously and ensure that criminal proceedings are conducted...
A criminal record may impact chances for employment
As the economy slowly rights itself, more and more North Carolina residents are finding new employment opportunities. Applicants are brushing off and updating their resumes in hopes of landing their dream job and a chance to bring a steady income to their budget....
Driver dead after car accident in North Carolina
A trucking company is under investigation following the death of a driver on U.S. Highway 21, according to local sources. North Carolina police are investigating the state of a truck carrying a load of rocks, one of which was dislodged, causing a car accident that...
North Carolina teen in critical condition following car accident
A serious accident has left a high school student in a medically-induced coma, according to local sources. The North Carolina teen is in critical condition after a late-evening car accident on Aug. 23. No charges have yet been filed in connection with this case, and...