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When Does Misdemeanor Assault Become a Felony?

In the state of North Carolina, there are three types of misdemeanor assault crimes. While the vast majority of individuals charged with assault will face a misdemeanor, there are instances...
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Can a Defendant Contest Breathalyzer Results?

The breathalyzer, known as a breath-test device, is routinely used by law enforcement in North Carolina to determine if a motorist is under the influence. Law enforcement's prevalent use of...
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Are DWI Roadblocks in North Carolina a Violation of Motorist Rights?

Sobriety checkpoints, often called DWI roadblocks, feel like an invasion of privacy. They are strategically set along main roads with one purpose: finding drunken drivers. At these checkpoints, all vehicles must stop,...
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Stalking: Is It a Form of Domestic Abuse?

Stalking is considered domestic violence and is taken very seriously in the state of North Carolina. Courts are diligent when it comes to protecting victims of alleged acts of domestic...
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Reasonable Suspicion: What is it and How Does It Affect My DWI Case?

For law enforcement to pull your vehicle over, the law requires them to have reasonable suspicion that you violated the law in some way. When it comes to drinking and...
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Can You Expunge Your Record and Get a Fresh Start?

Criminal records create numerous barriers. Fortunately, you may be able to expunge your record and eliminate those barriers. While some criminal records should remain permanent, other instances make a permanent...
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DWI and DUI in North Carolina: What’s the Difference?

You may or may not know the difference between a DWI and a DUI in North Carolina. Many of us know what the terms imply - “driving while impaired” and...
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Raleigh DWI Defense

The drunk driving laws in North Carolina are strict and the fines and penalties are severe. In fact, even a Level 5 DWI arrest can have long-ranging negative effects that...
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Three Reasons Not to Skip the Seat Belt

For many American drivers and passengers, seat belt habits often fall into one of two categories. It’s second nature and you put it on before anything else. Otherwise, you skip...
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What to Do if You’ve Been Attacked By a Dog in North Carolina

Each year across the United States, over 4 million dog bites occur, and 1 in 5 of those become infected. Whether through the negligence of the owner or a dog...
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What You Should Know About Misdemeanor Drug Laws in North Carolina

Among the more than 40,000 inmates across North Carolina prisons, the most frequent crime committed is drug possession. Anyone who is arrested for a drug crime in North Carolina has...
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You Need a Lawyer After These Three Traffic Violations

Every day, millions of Americans get behind the wheels of cars and trucks and make their way to work, school, and leisure activities. During their daily commutes, over 100,000 of...
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The Consequences of DWI in North Carolina

There is nothing good that comes out of driving while intoxicated. You may have heard or may have even told yourself some of the common phrases adults use in order...
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Underage Drinking Can Cost More Than You Think

Among youth across the country, alcohol is the most commonly used and abused drug, and excessive drinking accounts for more than 4,000 deaths each year among that age population. These...
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Texting and Driving: A Deadly Combination

As technology continues to progress, so too does the urge to have our smartphones by our sides 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This dependence on our devices...
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Know Your Rights for Dog Bites

Dog bites can cause serious injuries and leave lasting psychological effects that may haunt a victim for years to come. It has been estimated that there are approximately 4.5 million...
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Birth Injuries in North Carolina

Has your baby been a victim of birth injuries due to negligence? Are you looking for an experienced and compassionate lawyer who can deal with such issues? DeMent Askew attorneys...
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Compensation For a Brain Injury

A brain injury can vary in severity, from a little bruising to concussion or even a fractured skull. Even a fairly minor head injury can have serious implications on your...
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Claiming for Surgical Injuries

While there are thousands of injuries performed every year, none are risk free. Every procedure carries a small risk of complications and surgical injuries, although this can be rare. It...
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When the Bite is Worse Than the Bark: You’ll Need a Personal Injury Lawyer

Dog attacks can be brutal. They can result in a dramatic personal injury such as permanent scarring, muscle damage or even disfigurement and the emotional damage never seems to go...
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I’ve Been Charged With a Criminal Offense. Now What?

The process that takes place once you have been charged with a criminal offense can vary depending on the severity and nature of the crime. If there is probable cause...