The majority of criminal cases don’t go to trial to be decided by a jury. They are usually settled with a plea deal between the defendant and prosecutors. Prosecutors typically want to save the time, resources and expense of taking a case to trial and risking a not...
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Understanding when “probable cause” is required
You’ve probably heard the term “probable cause,” but didn’t give it much thought until you or a loved one was arrested and charged with a crime. The term is found in the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and protects Americans from being searched, arrested,...
Don’t get a DWI on St. Patrick’s day
St. Patrick’s day is traditionally a big day of celebration in North Carolina. The celebrations begin early with many restaurants and pubs offering “kegs and eggs” for breakfast. The green beer will be flowing as parties continue late into the evening. No one wants...
Can the police lie to you to trick you into cooperating?
Police officers in movies and television shows behave in ways that real police officers cannot. They pull out their weapons with almost no provocation. They become physically violent when emotionally provoked. They also openly lie to those that they interrogate in the...
When is a DWI in North Carolina a felony charge?
People usually get arrested for driving while impaired (DWI) in one of two situations. The first is after a crash of some kind. A driver who has had too much to drink may blow through a stop sign and strike another vehicle. They could also wind up in a single-car...