When a person in North Carolina hears of "insider trading," they may think of the infamous Martha Stewart case. The businesswoman and television star was convicted of and served jail time for insider trading. Yet, it is important to remember that there are both legal...
When one thinks of a drug crime, illegal substances such as cocaine or heroin may come to mind. However, prescription drugs can be illegally bought or sold on the black market. In fact, police will investigate the illegal sale of prescription drugs and will...
In North Carolina, the possession of half an ounce or less of marijuana is only considered to be a misdemeanor crime and subjects the accused to a $200 fine or less. According to some, the state has essentially decriminalized the possession of a small amount of...
May-December romances may be found between people of many ages in North Carolina. When both parties are over the age of 18, such a relationship is entirely legal. However, if one of the parties is between 13 and 15 years old, such a relationship may be illegal, and...
After a car accident, many people are quick to point their finger at someone and claim that person is at fault. The situation can become even more heightened when allegations of criminal activity surface. In one recent example, a North Carolina mother was behind the...
Certain theft crimes in North Carolina sometimes fall under the realm of federal crimes. This means that they may have long-lasting consequences. Because of this, it is important that when it comes to allegations of a theft crime, one understands the defense arguments...
There are many reasons why a person may have an outstanding warrant against them. From accusations of drug offenses to allegations of breaking the conditions of their parole, it is not unknown for a North Carolinian to be facing the long arm of the law. Recently, a...
Being accused of a sex offense can have serious repercussions for North Carolina residents. Not only could a conviction lead to jail time and steep fines, but there are also other consequences. One of the consequences of being convicted of a sex crime in North...
In North Carolina, anyone who is granted a driver's license implicitly agrees as a privilege of driving to submit to a chemical test if a police officer suspects the driver has been driving while intoxicated. It is a person's right to refuse to take a breath test in...
Being accused of a white collar crime in North Carolina can be a devastating blow. Not only does one face penalties such as incarceration and fines, but they may also find their professional reputation has been torn to shreds. Unfortunately, people are quick to judge...
