Understanding the underlying causes of domestic violence may help people overcome their tendencies and learn healthier ways of coping with pressure. Often, perpetrators of domestic violence in North Carolina have experienced prior trauma that may impact their...
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What do RICO charges mean?
RICO stands for the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, which covers crimes at both the state and federal level. The charges and penalties for racketeering and related crimes vary based on the circumstances of each case, such as previous offenses. ...
What are the benefits of family immigration?
Family immigration in the United States is something that happens regularly. The country likes the idea of keeping families together whenever possible, which is why these laws encourage permanent lawfully residents to bring their families into the country. The...
Drunk driving and your college education
Whether you are currently attending college or plan to go to college in the near future, it is vital to look into the different ways in which a drunk driving case can impact your academic future. Sometimes, these charges interfere with a student's ability to attend...
DWI, other serious allegations result from head-on crash
Most parents would not do anything to hurt their children. Unfortunately, parents, like all people, make mistakes, and a lapse in judgment could result in a serious accident that leads to injuries for the parent and child alike. In some cases, such an incident may...
Drug charges leave 2 in difficult predicament in North Carolina
If a traffic stop turns sideways, individuals in a vehicle could find themselves in a position to face criminal charges. This could happen if a driver is suspected of drunk driving, if officers suspect that there are illegal substances in a vehicle or for other...
Fatal accident results in DWI charges for driver
After a car accident that results in injuries or death to others, it is likely for criminal charges to result. The type of charges may change over the course of the investigation, and even if a person is charged with DWI immediately after an accident, it is possible...
Drunk driving charges stem from hit-and-run involving bicyclist
It is not uncommon for criminal charges to result from car accidents. Even if a driver is not necessarily considered at fault for the crash, that driver could still face charges if he or she does not remain at the scene or is suspected of drunk driving. Unfortunately,...
North Carolina man indicted for cocaine, pills, marijuana
On Feb. 18, North Carolina authorities reportedly made a major drug bust at a residence in Bayboro. The operation was set in motion after a citizen complained about alleged illegal drug activities occurring on the property. According to the Pamlico County Sheriff's...
North Carolina woman charged with auto insurance fraud
A Scotland County woman was taken into custody on Feb. 5 for allegedly lying to her auto insurance company about the way her 2015 Malibu sustained damage. According to investigators with the Department of Insurance's Criminal Investigations Division, the defendant...