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When police officers arrest someone, they often inform that person of their Miranda rights. The Miranda warning is a statement police officers must provide to individuals in state custody who are about to face questioning. Individuals need to know their Miranda rights...
There are numerous federal laws restricting the financial conduct of individuals and businesses. Neither an organization seeking investment capital nor financial professionals managing people's resources should lie to trick others into conducting certain financial...
Public awareness campaigns mean that almost everyone is fully aware of the criminal prosecution possible if they possess or consume prohibited drugs. Methamphetamine, cocaine, LSD, MDMA and heroin are among the substances that tend to lead to the immediate prosecution...
The law in North Carolina is quite clear. Any driver involved in a collision that they think may have injured another person or caused property damage must stop. Not only do they need to check on the other person to make sure that they are okay, but they likely also...
You know that a traffic ticket is possible if you were speeding or if an officer accuses you of another kind of moving violation. On that ticket, it will give you some details on how to pay a fine or where to appear in court. Most people just pay the fine and move on,...
Drug Possession/Trafficking charges in North Carolina could mean prison time, expensive fines and career consequences. There are, for example, employers that have zero-tolerance policies for workers with a drug-related criminal record, and some people could lose their...
Having a criminal charge on your record can have a serious impact on your life, impacting both your freedom and your opportunities. Expunging a charge from your record can offer new opportunities. However, not every charge qualifies for expungement. Is expungement an...
Like many states, North Carolina treats drug possession charges very seriously. These charges lead to prison time and significant fines, and having a conviction on their criminal record can also limit a person’s access to housing as well as their career and education...
Nobody wants to have the police pull them over while driving, but it pays to prepare yourself for just such an occasion. Even if the police had probable cause to pull you over, saying the wrong thing at a traffic stop can make matters much worse for you, which is why...
The First Step Act of 2018 could help people convicted of drug crimes secure an early release. The law promotes criminal justice reform, and some provisions might help prisoner address their long federal sentences. Besides offering a chance at compassionate...
