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When Do Drug Charges Become Federal Crimes in North Carolina?

Drug charges in North Carolina can become federal crimes when the alleged offense involves large quantities of drugs, trafficking across state lines, federal agencies, organized criminal activity, weapons, or conduct

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North Carolina Drug Trafficking Laws

North Carolina has tough drug trafficking laws and penalties. Simply being caught with amounts exceeding certain thresholds is enough for prosecutors to file serious felony charges, and long sentences can

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What Happens if I Miss Jury Duty in North Carolina?

Missing jury duty in North Carolina puts you at risk for legal consequences based on both state law and local court policies and in some instances, may require the assistance

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Viewing vs. Possessing Child Pornography in North Carolina

In North Carolina, the line between “viewing” and “possessing” child pornography isn’t always clear-cut, especially when it comes to digital content. If someone intentionally views child pornography online, that can

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What Is Illegal to View on the Internet in North Carolina?

In North Carolina, it can be a crime to intentionally view certain types of online content, especially content involving minors. Some charges focus on the content itself. Others focus on

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Can a Sex Offender Get Off the Registry in North Carolina?

Yes, some people on the North Carolina sex offender registry can petition a Superior Court judge to end the registration requirement. N.C. Gen. Stat. § 14-208.12A allows this in limited

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What to Do When You are Facing Sexual Assault Charges on a North Carolina Campus

At Marcilliat & Mills PLLC, our North Carolina sex crimes defense attorneys know that over the past decade, accusations of sexual assaults on college and university campuses across the country

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When Does a Murder Charge Become a Federal Murder Charge in North Carolina?

Someone can be charged with federal murder under specific circumstances that elevate the crime from a state-level offense to a federal one. Federal murder charges typically apply in cases where

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Can You Challenge DNA Evidence in a North Carolina Sex Crime Case?

At Marcilliat & Mills, PLLC, our experienced Charlotte criminal defense attorneys know challenging DNA evidence in a sex crime case requires a strategic and multifaceted approach, given the weight such

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The Department of Justice Issues Memorandum on Charging, Plea Resolutions, and Sentencing Recommendation Policies

At Marcilliat & Mills, PLLC, our experienced Raleigh criminal defense attorneys recently reviewed a memorandum issued by Attorney General Merrick Garland with important revisions to the Department of Justice (DOJ)

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