When your North Carolina marriage ends, it may be because your spouse messed around with someone outside of your marriage or otherwise broke your trust and marital agreement. Depending on the specifics of your situation, your ex may have committed something the state...
Driving under the influence of alcohol can get you into big legal trouble. In most cases, the charge will be a misdemeanor, which gives you a chance to be more careful in the future to avoid more serious felony charges. The North Carolina Department of Public Safety...
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...
Following a divorce, parental alienation occurs when one parent tries to weaken the bond between the other parent and his or her child. Parental alienation leads children to disown or alienate one of their parents. According to Psychology Today, over 3 million...
Getting a traffic ticket can be frustrating, and if it is your first one, it can be confusing. It is important that you make sure you handle it properly to avoid further legal issues. The North Carolina Judicial Branch explains that you may have to go to court for...
No one should blame you for feeling agitated or anxious in the opening stages of your divorce. Still, you should not let your emotions get the better of you. Your goal should be to navigate your divorce in a way that leaves you with the best possible outcome. Keeping...
Pretrial release is the period between your arrest and your court date after you see the court for the first time. During that first appearance, the judge will make a decision on your pretrial release. The judge has the ability to make a few different decisions. The...
Getting pulled over while drinking and driving is an intimidating situation. Ideally, you would never drink and drive, but if it happens and you find yourself facing questions from the police, there are three important things you should not do. 1. Do not admit to...
After a divorce, the deciding factors for child custody can become complex. Sometimes, two adults do not agree on what they consider the best interests of their children. When parents cannot come to a decision, the court steps in and a judge may decide for you. The...
If you are considering filing for a divorce, you could have many questions and even concerns. Whether you are unsure how the court will divide your property or you worry about child custody or support as a parent, you likely need to reflect on many different issues....