As a divorced parent, there may come a time in the future when you want to relocate. Some of it may depend on the age of your child. If you get divorced when your child is 16, you may simply live in the same home for the next two years, until they become a legal...
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Can grandparents ask for visitation in North Carolina?
Parents with young children often rely on grandparents for support. They ask for free or low-cost child care. They move in with their parents while their children are young to save for their own homes. They ask for supplemental financial support so that they can...
Can police officers lawfully search a car during a traffic stop?
Traffic stops usually end with a driver receiving a warning or possibly a citation. However, some traffic stops escalate into an arrest. Police officers may accuse a motorist of driving drunk or committing a crime unrelated to the operation of a motor vehicle. In some...
What’s the impact of inconsistent visitation on children?
When a child’s routine of seeing a parent is disrupted, it can stir confusion and insecurity. Children thrive on stability, and when parenting time patterns are unpredictable, it leaves them feeling unsure of where they belong. This uncertainty can weigh heavily on...
Can you be arrested for someone else’s drug problem?
You may know someone, such as a family member, friend, coworker or roommate who has a drug abuse problem. A chemical addiction can have severe health impacts and long-term legal consequences. If this person is searched and caught with illegal substances, they could be...
What are the eligibility criteria for expunging drug offenses?
If you’ve been convicted of a drug-related offense in North Carolina, you may wonder if you can clear that record. Expungement offers a fresh start, but not everyone qualifies. Let’s look at the eligibility criteria for expunging drug-related offenses in North...
The difference between legal and physical custody
Parents usually share responsibilities as long as they live together. They may have informal arrangements that work for the family. When they divorce or separate, everything changes. An informal division of parental responsibilities is no longer sufficient. The...
Did your teenager get arrested for a DUI?
It’s not possible to be with your teenager all of the time. You’ve discussed the dangers of drinking and driving, set a good example with your behaviors and hope they follow your advice. But even good kids can make bad mistakes. Finding out your teenager has been...
What are the requirements for a no-fault North Carolina divorce?
There are generally two approaches to divorce. People in some jurisdictions may pursue fault-based divorces when they have evidence of significant misconduct on the part of a spouse. However, the vast majority of modern divorces are no-fault proceedings. No-fault...
Can the police read your social media messages?
Many things that people post on social media are actually public. They’re available to anyone who uses the network. These types of posts certainly could influence criminal investigations, and the police may scour someone’s social media profile after an arrest. But...

