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Marijuana is still illegal in the state of North Carolina. Even though the drug has been legalized for recreational use in many states throughout America, and also legalized for medical use in a lot more states, North Carolina remains the same in its opinion of the drug. Those caught in possession of marijuana could…

A married couple from Onslow County, North Carolina, were recently arrested by authorities in Virginia. The couple — a 27-year-old man and 24-year old woman — were arrested on multiple drug-related charges relating to heroin and methamphetamine trafficking. According to the Onslow County Sheriff’s Office, the investigation into the couple began last April after…

Whenever you hear about a racketeering or RICO-related allegation it refers to allegations related to organized criminal activity. Organized crime rings run what are informally referred to as “rackets” because they engage in “racketeering.” Racketeering is what happens when someone is running an illegal business. RICO and racketeering laws also cover the illegal use…

The more driving while intoxicated convictions a North Carolina resident has on his or her record, the more severe the criminal consequences will be for each additional offense. One man from Gaston County, North Carolina, has found that out the hard way. His first DWI happened in the early 1980s, and his 16th conviction…

Eight individuals have been arrested and accused of participating in a drug trafficking ring in the Charlotte and Greensboro areas. Among the individuals arrested was a Transportation Security Administration employee. The suspects were charged by the Department of Justice on Nov. 9 and all of them will face drug conspiracy charges. According to the…

“We need leaders such as you in public service to help promote our vision and realization of a better North Carolina.” – Office of the North Carolina Governor On Nov. 18, 2016, attorney Miranda Mills received a letter from Gov. Pat McCrory confirming her appointment to fill a vacant seat on the North Carolina…

Authorities have arrested 17 suspects following a drug raid in Cocke County. According to county deputies, they received information about alleged drug activity happening at a cabin in the area. After arriving at the cabin, deputies found several individuals they say were engaging in illegal activity. The drug raid happened last Wednesday at approximately…

And we’ll show you that we care about the next generation of ambitious young lawyers. Are you getting ready to take the Feb. 2017 bar exam? The North Carolina criminal defense lawyers of Marcilliat & Mills PLLC, based in Raleigh and Charlotte, are offering two (2) scholarships for law students who have demonstrated a passion…

Drivers accused of operating their vehicles while intoxicated will face serious consequences if they are convicted. For this reason, most drivers accused of this crime are well-served to contract the services of an experience DUI attorney who can help them navigate their criminal proceedings. One category of defense strategy that attorneys commonly pursue —…

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office has arrested two women on meth charges this week. Both of the women have prior criminal convictions, which — if they are convicted of these offenses — could affect their sentencing by making their punishments worse. The first woman, a 20-year-old, was booked at the Harven Crouse Detention Center…