Everyone makes mistakes. But if it’s a legal blunder–one in which you’ll be arrested and charged with a misdemeanor–you need to understand the type of charge you’re up against. A misdemeanor is a minor type of crime punishable by monetary fine or a short stint in jail, usually shorter than a year. Most people who […]
Read MoreMore than 10 million people were arrested in the United States in 2016. But what happens when you get arrested? What rights do you have, and what can you do to improve the situation as much as you can? Read on to learn everything you need to know about the arrest process. What Happens When […]
Read MoreBetween 2003 and 2012, 4,102 people were killed in crashes involving a drunk driver in North Carolina, according to the latest government statistics. Nationally, one in three deaths involves a drunk driver. Needless and completely avoidable deaths, right? If you have a habit of drinking and driving, these numbers might send a sharp sense of […]
Read MoreDid you know that 29 people in the U.S. die in alcohol-related motor vehicle accidents every day? That’s one death almost every hour. And the sad thing about it is there are measures in place to keep this from happening. There are laws per state about driving while impaired, sobriety checkpoints, health promotion efforts, and […]
Read MoreDid you know that roughly 20 people are physically abused every minute by a significant other in the United States? This totals out to over 10 million domestic violence occurrences in one year alone. Often time abusers believe that they can intimidate a partner enough that they avoid calling the police at all cost. However, […]
Read MoreThe annual cost of alcohol-related crashes totals more than $44 billion. Yet, the greatest cost of all is to the lives of those involved in these accidents. That’s why you keep hearing the statement, “Do not drink and drive”. Aside from the sad loss of life, car accidents cause short and long-term physical injuries. They […]
Read MoreIn 2016, over 10 million arrests were made by law enforcement agencies. If the crime is serious enough, a court may order the defendant or their loved ones to pay bail, which is set to assure that the defendant shows up to court after being released. If bail is required, there are three options: either […]
Read MoreBecause of its centrality in getting to the northeast, south, or west coast, North Carolina sees anywhere between 30-40,000 drug trafficking arrests a year. If you or someone you know has been arrested and charged with one of these crimes, you could feel like you have limited options. Thankfully, you can get a bail bond […]
Read MoreHave you or someone you know been charged with a domestic violence felony in North Carolina? The situation may be stressful, but it’s important to stay calm. Educating yourself on what occurs when someone is charged with a felony can let you know what to expect. It’s important to note that bail amounts, specific charges, […]
Read MoreUnfortunate things happen to good people. Anyone can make a mistake and find themselves behind bars. Getting arrested doesn’t make someone a bad person. In fact, it’s estimated that over one-third of the U.S. population has an arrest record. People get arrested every day for crimes that never lead to a conviction. But that doesn’t […]
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