When discussing child custody, you might hear the terms "legal custody" and "physical custody" thrown around. Understanding the difference between the two may help you negotiate your divorce's terms. What is legal custody? Legal custody is the right and responsibility...
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Seeing a different doctor than normal may lead to drug charges
There are many ways for individuals to violate drug statutes. Simply possessing or consuming certain substances can lead to criminal charges. State law makes certain drugs completely illegal regardless of the situation. Other times, people may face criminal charges...
Navigating gray divorce: How to tell your family
Gray divorce, the phenomenon of couples ending their marriage after 50, is becoming increasingly common. If you are considering this step, one of the most challenging aspects can be telling your family about it. Below are tips for approaching this delicate...
How to address custody order violations in North Carolina
During the divorce, you and your former spouse might need to discuss matters involving your child, including custody arrangements and visitation details. In theory, these conversations are straightforward, but conflicts and contradicting opinions can get in the way,...
North Carolina recently passed a new domestic violence law
Last year, the North Carolina General Assembly passed a measure creating a new crime specifically outlawing domestic violence. Before the General Assembly enacted this new law, North Carolina police and prosecutors would use assault or other criminal offenses to...
Supreme Court to decide if juveniles are to be tried as adults
In North Carolina, the laws are different for juveniles than they are for adults. If a juvenile is arrested, they are unlikely to face the same penalties for a conviction that an adult would for the same crimes. However, there has long been debate about how to address...
Do you need a post-nuptial agreement?
If you married without a prenuptial agreement, you may assume you no longer have the protections a pre-nuptial agreement could provide if you divorce. However, a post-nuptial agreement may be an option. What is a post-nuptial agreement? A post-nuptial agreement is an...
Why people have started creating divorce registries
Divorce is a very challenging life transition. People intentionally ending their marriages face of variety of financial and personal challenges. They have a lot of intense emotions to process. They also have to make drastic changes to their living arrangements and...
License suspension part of the potential DWI conviction penalties
The consequences of a drunk driving conviction can be harsh. Most states, including North Carolina, take the prosecution of DWI charges quite seriously due to the potential for harm that arises when someone gets behind the wheel after drinking alcohol. For example, a...
These mistakes could upend your criminal defense
Allegations of criminal wrongdoing can damage just about every aspect of your life. While that can be incredibly stressful to think about, you should take some comfort knowing that there may be strong criminal defense options available to you. But to maximize your...