by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Sep 1, 2021 | Criminal Defense
When life gets too much to handle, it is normal to look for a way to unwind and de-stress. Sometimes, we may look for a way to medicate our problems. However, under North Carolina law, possession of a controlled substance carries misdemeanor or felony charges with the... by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Aug 14, 2021 | Criminal Defense, Drug Charges
Substance abuse in college is more than common. With the easy availability of controlled substances on campuses in the triangle area, we often see experimentation with alcohol, marijuana, ecstasy, and cocaine as a rite of passage for college students. Prescription... by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Aug 4, 2021 | Criminal Defense, Drug Charges
Seventy-three percent of North Carolina voters support legalizing medical marijuana, and more than half support recreational marijuana legalization. Sixty-four percent say legalizing marijuana would help our economy. However, in the meantime, while we wait for... by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Jul 22, 2021 | Criminal Defense, Drug Charges
As current-day debates rage on about the legality of marijuana use, North Carolina begins to enter the realm of medical marijuana use. Headlines such as “Medical marijuana bill advances in NC Senate. What’s needed for it to become law?” dominate our legal landscape.... by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Feb 26, 2019 | Criminal Defense, DWI, North Carolina
Several states are taking a new step to prevent driving while intoxicated (DWI) – SCRAM bracelets. SCRAM stands for Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitoring. Defendants wear SCRAM bracelets on their ankle, similar to a house arrest bracelet. They continuously... by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Feb 12, 2019 | Criminal Defense, North Carolina, Traffic Violations
Every driver in North Carolina must have a valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle. Driving without a license, or on a suspended, revoked, or expired license, is a crime that can come with charges and penalties. Although limited exceptions to the...