Even though there are many similarities, the differences between a federal drug case and a state drug case are significant. The procedural differences are just as important as the substantive differences, as even a minor procedural mistake can jeopardize your entire case. Understanding how a…
North Carolina’s sentencing laws are complex and it can be difficult for non-lawyers to understand exactly what penalties they are facing. When it comes to drug charges, you could be facing years in prison and thousands of dollars in fines. It is critical to know…
In North Carolina, spiking a drink is not enough to get charged with a crime. For prosecutors to take action, there must be evidence that you poisoned food, or that you spiked a drink and then attempted or committed a sexual assault. This spring, the…
North Carolina has not legalized medicinal or recreational marijuana use. However, that’s not stopping state residents from trying to take advantage of the evolving laws elsewhere in the country. The District of Columbia and 33 states have legalized cannabis in some form, and D.C. and…
If you mention driving under the influence (DUI) charges, most people assume that you’re talking about drunk driving. Keep in mind, however, that the specific charge in North Carolina charges is referred to as “driving while impaired” (DWI). As a result, you can be charged…
Federal officials and North Carolina law enforcement pursue drug-related crimes with aggression, and consequences of a conviction could be devastating to the life of any person who is accused of such crimes. It could mean stiff fines, jail time and might even lead to rejections…