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Will my case be continued? Justice Beasley of the NC Supreme Court announced announced this morning that the NC Courts System was enacting a plan that will affect court calendars statewide. This plan applies to both civil and criminal matters in Gaston, Mecklenburg, and other counties across the state. The courts will remain open, but there...
Reinstatement of your driver’s license Your North Carolina driver’s license is considered a privilege, not a right. It is therefore in the discretion of the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) if and when to return your license. It is up to you, and your lawyer, to present a credible and compelling case to...
Most people are aware that the anyone over a .08 blood alcohol content is considered over the legal limit in North Carolina. However, many people will likely be surprised to know that even when under the legal limit, they could still find themselves charged with DWI. This is because, as one sheriff’s deputy explains, the state...
It is normal to have fun and maybe get a little rowdy with your friends. Whether you are hanging out at a bar, attending an event or even just walking down the sidewalk, things can sometimes get a little out of hand. If you or someone with you gets too rambunctious or disrespectful, the police may...
It is a common misperception that “you have to take the breath test.” Nothing could be further than the truth. In fact, in some instances, it is in your best legal interests to refuse a breath test (i.e. EC/IR-II test) or other chemical analysis. North Carolina statutes prescribe that driving while impaired DWI/DUI is an...
DRUG & AMOUNT PRISON SENTENCE (in months) MINIMUM FINE Marijuana 10-50 lbs. 25-39 $5000 50-2000 lbs. 35-51 $25000 2000-10,000 lbs. 70-93 $50,000 More than 10,000 lbs. 175-222 $200,000 Synthetic cannabinoid (in 3 grams dosage units) 50-250 dosage units 25-39 $5,000 250-1250 dosage units 35-51 $25,000 1250-3750 dosage units 70-93 $50,000 3750+ dosage units 175-222 $200,000...
Any person who has been convicted of a felony is ineligible to possess a firearm in North Carolina under the Felony Firearms Act – G.S. 14-415.1. However, the legal right in this State of a person to purchase, own, possess, or have in the person’s custody, care, or control any firearm or any weapon of...
In North Carolina, you can be charged with driving while impaired, even if you weren’t drinking alcohol. Often times this happens when there are drugs in the drivers system, but there are also medical conditions that can mimic impairment. A well trained police officer will be able to tell the difference between someone who is...