The recent meteoric rise in gas prices has put a strain on the pockets of motorists throughout North Carolina and around the country. With prices so high, the potential exists for criminals to devise methods for getting free gas and/or profiting from the exorbitant...
Undercover operation nets 30+ arrests
Unfortunately, some people will try anything to make money. This includes selling illegal drugs as well as the unlicensed sale of alcohol and firearms. The state of North Carolina recently completed an extensive investigation into the illegal sale of drugs, alcohol...
Charlotte area crime rates down for 2021
Good news for the residents of the Queen City. According to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, crimes rates declined overall in 2021. Here are some figures posted in the CMPD’s end-of-year crime report for last year. Where crime rates dropped On the whole,...
Several juveniles face criminal charges after alleged assaults
When parents learn that their children have been involved in potentially criminal activity, they may feel shock, disbelief and worry. Unfortunately, juveniles can find themselves in predicaments that lead to serious criminal charges and the need to defend against...
Drug charges likely have man exploring criminal defense
In hopes of finding the best way to handle criminal charges, it is often wise for accused parties to ensure that the information they obtain is reliable. Each case differs in various ways, so having information that relates to a person’s specific case could help them...
Student facing criminal charges for having weapon at school
Children often make mistakes and do not fully realize the consequences their errors could have. They may think that trying to look cool or dangerous in front of their friends will help them become more popular, but in some instances, it could lead to criminal charges...
2 facing drug charges still have legal rights, defense options
When a person is taken into custody by law enforcement, it is easy to feel guilty. After all, authorities may intentionally make a person feel guilty in hopes that he or she will admit to wrongdoing or otherwise incriminate him or herself. However, anyone who faces...
Useful documents to have during an uncontested divorce
In certain cases, North Carolina married couples mutually and amicably agree that they should end their marriage. This can happen when there is little to no animosity between the two individuals. They may simply feel as if they have grown apart or no longer benefit...
Woman facing trafficking, other drug charges after traffic stop
The seriousness of criminal charges is typically not lost on those who are arrested. At first, they may feel in shock about their predicament, but soon after, most accused individuals want to do what they can do to address the situation as effectively as possible. The...
Proposed Legislation Would Erode Non-Compete Agreements in New Jersey
Proposed Assembly Bill No. 1650 (“A1650”) would significantly take the bite out of the enforceability of non-compete agreements in the State of New Jersey. Under current New Jersey law, a non-compete agreement is enforceable if it is “reasonable in view of all the...