If you were convicted of a crime after a jury trial, or have lost a civil case before a judge or jury, your case might not be over — you may still have the option of filing an appeal. While an appeal isn’t a new trial, it is an opportunity to rai… Read More

North Carolina has a zero-tolerance policy regarding underage drinking. Not only is it illegal for anyone under the age of 21 to consume alcohol — but it is also against the law for a minor to possess or purchase it. If your child received an under… Read More

Many people believe that you can only get a DWI/DUI for drunk driving. However, an individual who is under the influence of drugs when they are operating a vehicle can also be charged with a crime. Critically, marijuana is also an impairing substance… Read More

Almost every person who drives will likely be pulled over at some point. Whether you rolled through a stop sign, went a few miles per hour above the speed limit, or you were stopped for a serious matter like driving while , a traffic stop can be extr… Read More

If you’ve been pulled over for Driving While Impaired in North Carolina, the first thing that the officer must do is determine your level of intoxication. This is typically done by conducting field sobriety tests and administering a breath test. Wh… Read More

If you were scheduled to be in court and failed to appear, you could face serious consequences. Whether you missed your court date because you were ill, too nervous, or you simply forgot about it, not showing up is considered a crime. Failure to appe… Read More

If you find out a warrant has been issued for your arrest, you may be wondering what happens when you turn yourself in to the police. This can be scary and stressful for most people who have been charged with a criminal offense. However, surrendering… Read More