Posts Tagged ‘criminal charges’
North Carolina Reveals the Five Most Common Criminal Charges
Overall, crime in North Carolina has reduced in the past year, according to a recent report released by the state. Despite the decline,criminal charges in Raleigh are a common occurrence, and are very serious if you face them. Theft There were 198,893 cases of larceny, which was down 5% from the prior year’s 209,567 incidents.…
Read MoreCollege Safety in Raleigh and Criminal Charges Called into Question
The magazine U.S. News and World Report publishes a yearly guide to the country’s best colleges. The 2015 edition now hosts new information, such as crime statistics. Most universities are required by the federal government to report this data, and it contains a mixture of offenses and arrests involving incidents both on and off-campus. It’s…
Read MoreFBI Report on Arson and Related Criminal Charges
Law enforcement and the judicial system treat arson cases very seriously, and with good cause. Fires that are intentionally set commonly lead to injury and loss of life. At the very least, there are financial costs involved and whenever evidence points to a specific suspect, criminal charges are involved, too. Many government agencies, including the…
Read MoreWhat Happens When You Get Criminal Charges in Raleigh
In the United States, few people understand how the system works until they, themselves, or a loved one have criminal charges brought up against them. This is a brief synopsis, but keep in mind that details will vary from case to case and only a lawyer familiar with your particular circumstances can properly advise you.…
Read MoreCriminal Charges for White-Collar Crimes
The stereotypical criminal may be what most people imagine, but white-collar crimes are all too common as well. A white-collar crime is one committed by a business or government professional. He or she is motivated by money and the crime rarely involves violence. White-collar crimes are often committed by someone who is in a position…
Read MoreCriminal Defense in North Carolina Courtrooms
Being charged with a crime is a life-changing experience. Regardless of the specific charges or circumstances, an individual will benefit most from hiring a reputable defense attorney. Even the most straightforward-seeming trial can have multiple outcomes. Each case is unique, making it difficult to determine the best course of action. However, a strong criminal defense…
Read MoreCriminal Charges for Juveniles in North Carolina
Criminal charges can be filed against a juvenile for any number of offenses. Several factors affect whether the case will be handled in juvenile court or the child will be tried as an adult in the criminal justice system. Parents naturally want their child to have a happy childhood and avoid any criminal activity. However,…
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