As of August 2018, there were over 133,000 people in the correctional system in North Carolina. Chances are that many of them are waiting for bail or are hoping to post bail so that they can get out of jail...
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Was your loved one recently arrested? If so, there's a good chance that they can post bail and avoid spending time behind bars prior to a conviction. However, there are some instances in which people are denied bail after getting...
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If you or someone you love is dealing with the process of bail, you likely have a lot of things going on at once. You have a lot of questions about this process and aren't sure where to turn. The...
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With the #Metoo and Times Up movements in full swing, it's time to educate ourselves. We as a society need to make some big changes in how we regard and treat one another. Especially when it comes to rape, molestation,...
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As recreational marijuana use has become more accepted in common culture, many states have begun the process of legalization. Is North Carolina one of them? Read below to learn about the marijuana possession laws in North Carolina. In North Carolina,...
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The rule of law exists to protect us all, including those accused of committing a crime. And it's those protections under the law that allow for the right to a fair trial, and the right to remain silent. But what...
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The cold handcuffs clench your wrists as you are taken to a police car. You feel dazed and in disbelief that you are being arrested for rape. Unfortunately, your worst nightmare is currently your reality. If you've been charged with...
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It's common knowledge that the police require a warrant in order to search your property. But can police search your car without consent? If you're stopped by the police in a traffic stop, what are your rights? Can a cop...
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Getting a DUI for the third time in North Carolina is serious business. Here are some of the DUI consequences you can expect in this situation. North Carolina is tough on third-time DUI offenders. It's going to take a lot...
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Uh-oh! There they are -- those red and blue flashing lights in your rearview mirror. You're about to be pulled over by police. You want the whole thing to be over with yesterday; the cop probably does too. How can...
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Being arrested on drug charges is no joke. Lawmakers take those charges very seriously. Serious enough where it's likely that when you appear in court, the judge will order a bail amount to be paid. If you can't pay that...
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When caught driving under the influence of either drugs or alcohol, there are severe consequences, no matter the state you live in within the United States. However, North Carolina is a state which holds some of the most stringent...
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Did you know that getting a DUI involves much more than just spending a night in jail and losing your driver's license? It's true- DUI consequences can ruin your life, even if you weren't involved in a motor vehicle accident....
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Every year in the US, more than 20% of people facing charges fail to appear in court. If you are out on bail you may experience overwhelming feelings of anxiety as your court date draws nearer. You may be feeling...
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For the last couple of years, one of the ways to get out of jail has been to hire a bail bondsman. It is a great service for those who are locked up and don't have a fast solution for...
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New York City paid nearly $600,000 to settle a false arrest lawsuit. The Occupy Wall Street protestors were arrested while on the sidewalk on New Years Day 2012. The complaint stated that the protestors had been ordered to disperse but...
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In trouble with the law? The most recent figures from the FBI show that there are over 10.5 million arrests made every year. If you or someone you care about is in this position, you need to think about the...
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With alcohol and drugs involved in nearly 80% of all crimes people are arrested for, public intoxication laws use those numbers as a reason to arrest people. While the correlation isn't irrelevant, it's given more value than it may deserve....
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In 2016, there were 1,500,000 arrests for drug crimes. 85% of those were drug possession charges. With those numbers, it's not uncommon for people to find themselves in jail with possession charges. Courts and criminal charges can be pretty complicated,...
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Getting a restraining order is usually a last choice option for people who feel they have nowhere else to turn. It may sound extreme, but it is actually a pretty straightforward process and is common. The goal here is to...
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Have you or a loved one been saddled with unreasonably high bail? Want to know how to get a motion to reduce bail so you can reduce your financial burden? In this article, we'll tell you everything you need to...
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Getting charged with a sex crime can turn your life upside down but you don't have to go it alone. Over than 400,000 cases of rape or sexual assault were reported in 2012 alone. Here's what to expect after you've...
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About 4,100 people died because of drunk driving in the span of a decade in North Carolina. While only about 1.4% adults from the state drive after excessive drinking, the dangers it presents still remain real. Drivers, in particular, could...
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Today, the drug laws are rapidly changing. As a result, it's hard to keep up with potential consequences of getting caught with an illegal substance. If you get caught for possession of an illegal substance, there are several factors that...
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We get it. No one wants to get that phone call. Firefighters don't just put out flames and leave. In the event of a fire, fire investigators are trained to determine whether the cause was natural or intentional. If a...
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A domestic violence arrest can destroy your life. Actual abuse is rampant in modern relationships, but so are false allegations. It's important that you protect yourself if you're ever accused. Securing bail for domestic violence offenders can be difficult. The...
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Getting caught vandalizing personal or even public property can have serious offenses. What may seem like an innocent act can land you in jail. But it's all based on intent. If you didn't mean to knock over the neighbor's mailbox...
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