Being pulled over by law enforcement can be a very stressful situation for North Carolina motorists. If an officer suspects that a driver is under the influence of a substance or intoxicated, this could give the officer a reason to conduct a field sobriety test and...
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What to do after a drug arrest
Addiction can lead you to dark places in life, including an arrest on drug possession charges. Winding up in a police station after a night out is scary. How you behave there could make a difference in your future. If you find yourself in this situation, try and...
Getting your driver’s license back after a DWI
North Carolina residents who have been convicted of a DWI know that there is a wide range of negative consequences, ranging from fines, costs, potential jail time and the stigma of a conviction. One of the penalties that often affects drivers the most is the loss of a...
Will you lose college financial aid after a drug conviction?
To land your dream job nowadays, it is often essential to have a college degree. Paying for your higher education, though, can put a strain on your finances. In fact, the average cost of in-state college tuition in North Carolina in 2020 was roughly $3,500 per...
How does federal law classify controlled substances?
Most people in the Winston-Salem area understand the serious nature of drug crimes. If you are charged with a drug crime and convicted, you could face imprisonment, stiff fines and other penalties. What charges and penalties you face generally depends both on the...
Will I lose my driver’s license if I get a DWI?
If you get a DWI in North Carolina, you will face several penalties including the revocation of your driver’s license. This is a significant setback. How will you carry out your daily tasks if you lose your driver’s license? It may seem impractical if not impossible....
Breath tests may not always be reliable
Breathalyzer tests can lead to criminal charges for drunk driving which can monumentally change an accused driver’s life in an instant. Breathalyzer tests may not always be reliable, however, and there may be options available to challenge them that accused drivers...
What are the potential penalties for DUI in North Carolina?
It is important to know the penalties for DUI charges and also how to defend against drunk driving charges. Drunk driving charges can carry stiff penalties and change the accused driver’s life forever so understanding what a DUI charge means when facing one is...
A drug-related conviction can mean years in prison
Like other states, North Carolina’s punishments for the possession or trafficking of drugs are significant. Even a first-time offender can face years in prison and a hefty fine even for the simple possession of certain types of drugs. The exact penalties depend a lot...
Serious drug offenses alleged against North Carolina couple
In Winston-Salem and across North Carolina, law enforcement is always seeking out potential drug violations and conducting investigations to put a stop to illegal activity. That can include large-scale task forces and long-term gathering of evidence. When there is an...