Shoplifting may seem trivial to some, especially when the only victims are big stores that can easily replace their stock. However, it’s still a theft crime in North Carolina and other U.S. states that violates the law. It’s important to understand the legal...
Theft crimes
Is it a crime to use a dead relative’s credit card?
While credit and debit cards make purchasing things much more convenient, they’re also tied to the accounts and identities of the persons they’re registered with. This means it’s illegal to use the payment card of another person. But what if you’re using the card of a...
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...
How to behave if charged with auto theft in North Carolina
If you stand charged with auto theft, you may feel hopeless and afraid of serving time behind bars. Even in instances of misunderstandings or family spats, you could face serious consequences if found guilty of stealing a vehicle. Here is a guide on how to behave in...
The value of the items involved influences penalties for theft
Theft is a broad area of criminal activity. Theft crimes include shoplifting or retail fraud and armed robbery, as well as everything in between these two extremes. North Carolina will bring different charges against someone accused of theft based on a variety of...
North Carolina man faces felony breaking and entering charge
If you drive about three hours west of Louisburg, you will arrive in Mooresville. The fast-growing town is perhaps best known as home to a number of NASCAR racing teams. Some headlines were generated there recently after a resident was arrested and charged with theft...