North Carolina treats driving while impaired as a serious crime because it endangers everyone on the road. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the rate of drunk driving fatalities in North Carolina is well above the national average...
Criminal Defense
Can a DUI charge affect housing?
DUIs are serious charges in North Carolina. The seriousness depends on the amount of times you commit a DUI and the circumstances surrounding your DUI. If you were in an accident, you may have worse consequences than if it is your first DUI traffic stop. The...
North Carolina methamphetamine penalties
Methamphetamine is a major public health crisis in North Carolina. The state medical examiner's office reported that meth-related fatalities increased by 47% from 2016 to 2017, and projects that deaths in this category could outpace opioid overdose deaths within the...
DUI charges and mental health
From a legal point of view, drunk driving charges can be extremely serious, resulting in very stressful court hearings and stiff penalties. Aside from the immediate consequences of DUI charges, which may include fines, prison time and the loss of one’s ability to...
Knowing your rights regarding DUI charges
When it comes to drunk driving cases, there are often many questions on the table. People may be uncertain of the potential consequences they will face, which may shatter their lives from a professional, financial or emotional point of view. They may also have a...
Protecting yourself from false domestic violence accusations
There are a lot of legal topics to consider when it comes to domestic violence cases, and every single one is different. Sometimes, people are accused of this offense even though they are completely innocent. These cases can be especially disruptive and have caused...
Reviewing some consequences of domestic violence cases
From petty theft to traffic violations, people are accused of many different types of wrongdoing. However, domestic violence is one of the most serious charges one can face for many reasons. Not only can these cases bring on many different penalties from a legal...

