A police officer pulling you over can be more than an inconvenience. If an officer suspects that you have drugs in your vehicle, you could find yourself potentially facing a vehicle search and criminal charges if authorities find items that they consider contraband....
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The role of blood alcohol content in DWI charges
While a drunk driving charge does not necessarily hinge on a driver’s blood alcohol content, it does play a major role. BAC is generally measured in two different ways -- by a Breathalyzer test or a blood draw. North Carolina drivers are expected to submit to testing...
Driver charged with DWI in wrong-way crash
A recent wrong-way accident ended with serious injuries and one arrest. North Carolina police say that the driver who was allegedly responsible for the wreck was driving while impaired at the time. He is currently facing a single DWI charge, although authorities plan...
Understanding your visitation rights
It can be hard living in a different household than your child. While technology has made it easy to stay in touch on a daily basis, it is still a far cry from in-person parenting time. This is why visitation rights are so important for both parents and children....
Can your divorce benefit from a little help?
Even people who prefer to do things on their own can stand to benefit from guidance during difficult times. For example, filing for divorce in North Carolina is not exactly a regular activity, and most people are not familiar with the intricate details that go into...
Remember your right to refuse a vehicle search
Most drivers end up pulled over by police at some point in their lives. The issue may be something minor that an officer gives a warning for and then allows the driver to go on his or her way, or the situation could be ticket-worthy. In other instances, an officer may...
North Carolina driver arrested for DWI
Following a single-vehicle accident, a North Carolina driver was charged with multiple criminal charges, including resisting a public officer. He is also accused of driving while impaired -- DWI. However, because of injuries he suffered in the wreck, he was not...
Is divorce a bad idea for business owners?
Running a business and being married can both be complicated, and combining the two certainly does not make either any easier. When a marriage ends in divorce, it can complicate things even more. Certain processes that might seem relatively straightforward for most...
Driver appeals arrest, North Carolina Supreme Court agrees
Police officers cannot pull over drivers whenever they feel like it. Instead, they must have a reasonable suspicion to initiate a traffic stop, which can be things like speeding or weaving in and out of traffic. That apparently did not stop one officer from pulling...
Can I get half of the marital assets in property division?
Divorce can be a complicated process, both legally and emotionally. From navigating support orders and custody agreements, most people have a lot on the line. This includes making sure that everyone walks away from property division with a fair share of the marital...

