Theft and shoplifting are both criminal offenses that involve taking someone else's property without permission. However, there are important differences between these two charges, especially in how the law defines each and the penalties that can result from a...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
