A joint criminal investigation has led to the arrest of three people for drug crimes on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at Brooklen Avenue in Mount Airy, North Carolina. During the arrest, the police discovered large amounts of cocaine, methamphetamine and fentanyl. The...
Drug crimes
What are the penalties for drug crimes in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, the possession or distribution of any controlled substance is illegal. If a court finds you guilty of a drug crime, a judge may impose sanctions to discourage future offenses. The state has structured sentencing, with judges imposing harsher...
Drug possession vs. drug distribution
Have you ever faced drug-related charges? Dealing with drug charges can be overwhelming and confusing, and punishment can vary depending on the situation and the collected evidence. This is why it is vital to understand the difference between having drugs (possession)...
What grounds do authorities need to search your car?
Knowing what rights you do and do not have when interacting with authorities in North Carolina may help keep you out of trouble, and it may, too, save you considerable time and stress. For many drivers, a traffic stop is a harrowing, anxiety-inducing experience, but...
Getting caught with pills may end with jail time
Drug charges may stem from a variety of scenarios. The circumstances and the type of drug often set the stage for how you find yourself charged. While you may believe only street drugs end with jail, think again. Prescription medication may also find you facing a...
When is a prescription drug illegal in North Carolina?
Prescription drugs may prove powerful and effective in the fight against pain. However, in some instances, these drugs may result in criminal charges. North Carolina has adopted fairly strict laws when it comes to regulating prescription medications. A person may face...
Will North Carolina adopt meaningful marijuana law reforms?
Two decades ago, it would have been nearly unthinkable for any state to successfully legalize a long-criminalized drug like marijuana. But in the intervening 20 years, we’ve all witnessed a major shift in public opinion and laws regarding the acceptability of the...
The impact of a criminal charge on your college career
For many young adults, getting into college may seem like an achievement in and of itself. However, quite a few people have to work hard to find ways to pay for college, and many students who start don't finish. Some aspiring collegiates will drop out because of the...
North Carolina checkpoint nabs 2 for drugs
A sobriety checkpoint in Dare County nabbed four Virginia residents just after midnight on April 23 near Nags Head. When the vehicle came through the checkpoint, the driver was unable to produce a valid driver’s license, prompting the investigating officer to look a...
Caught buying prescription medications on the street? Defend yourself
You fell and got hurt while you were at a friend’s house. You didn’t want to go to the hospital, but the swelling and pain were more than enough that you knew you’d need something stronger than the ibuprofen you had in your cabinet. Against your better judgment, you...