The Difference Between DUI and DWI in North Carolina

You’ve probably heard the terms DUI and DWI tossed around, but in North Carolina, they’re not quite the same. Here, the law is clear: Driving While Impaired (DWI) covers all impaired driving offenses, whether the impairment comes from alcohol, drugs, or a mix of both....

10 Signs of Covert Abuse & How to Find Help in NC

Hidden domestic violence is a silent destroyer that thrives in secrecy, leaving emotional scars. Domestic abuse is often misunderstood, and covert abuse can be insidious, hidden, and emotionally damaging. By recognizing covert abuse, you can find the strength to break...

What Happens If You Get a DUI With a Child in Your Vehicle?

Every state enforces safe-driving laws that intend to protect both the driver and the public from reckless accidents. One of the illegal activities that puts drivers and pedestrians at risk is driving under the influence (DUI). Driving while under the influence of...

How Long Does a DUI Stay on Your Driving Record?

No one wants one mistake to impact the rest of their life. However, drivers should know that, typically, a DUI charge remains on your record with some permanency, and carries long lasting effects to your future. Consequences of a DUI Charge Aside from the obvious...

Is it illegal to spank your child in NC?

North Carolina is a state that allows physical punishment to discipline children. In the recent past, the question of when punishment becomes child abuse has surfaced in the state. Though different members of the public give different answers based on their own...

How Long Can Police Hold You?

If you or a loved one have experienced being arrested, you know how stressful, trying, and difficult it can be for an individual and his or her family. However, police can also detain individuals without making an arrest. Many people do not know how long...