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Should Kavanaugh nomination go forward in light of serious allegations?

It’s one of the biggest marks a president can leave on the judiciary: a Supreme Court nomination. And Trump has a narrow window of time to get his pick –

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What should I do if the police pull me over?

If you’re a North Carolina motorist, at some point in time, you’ll probably get pulled over a by a police officer. This can be a nerve-wracking experience because police can

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North Carolina sheriff’s candidate charged with marijuana crimes

A sheriff’s candidate and his son have been arrested and accused of committing drug crimes in Caldwell County. The 63-year-old man and his 30-year-old son were brought into custody by

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What constitutes an ‘aggravated’ drunk driving charge?

An accusation of aggravating drunk driving is an elevated form of DUI offense that comes with more severe punishments for those who are convicted of the crime. In order for

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Nike’s endorsement of Kaepernick raises interesting questions, renewed controversy

Nike has never been known for abstaining from controversy, political or otherwise. The company recently stepped square into the middle of the fray by making Colin Kaepernick the face of

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Resident physician accused of drunk driving in Morganton

A resident doctor was suspended from employment after police in Morganton arrested and charged him with driving while impaired last Sunday evening. The 29-year-old man was pulled over by police

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3 types of drug crimes charges

Drug crimes are some of the most common crimes that any individual can be accused of, but that doesn’t make them any less serious. A drug crime conviction can send

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Why do innocent people take guilty pleas?

Innocent until proven guilty. It’s the foundation of our criminal justice system. It’s the guiding principle for every criminal case – in theory. In practice, however, it’s not always straightforward. Evidence

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Manafort trial: Is analyzing jury questions just guesswork?

Last Wednesday, a jury found former Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort guilty of eight federal charges involving bank fraud and tax evasion. Yet jurors were unable to reach a consensus

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Drug crime allegations: How to choose a defense attorney

No matter the circumstances of your arrest, if you’ve been charged with drug-related crimes, you’re probably feeling stressed, vulnerable and scared. These feelings are certainly expected, but it’s important to

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