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Assistant professor arrested on sex charges involving minor

When an educator is accused of sex crimes involving a minor, the media can quickly convict the person before the case even goes to trial. While everyone is presumed innocent

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Young people need to know the legal issues with ‘sexting’

You’ve probably heard the term “sexting” a lot in the news lately. If you’re not sure what it means, here is the definition: Sexting refers to sending sexually explicit images

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What does the ‘fruit of the poisonous tree’ mean?

Most people know that police can search a home or business if they have a search warrant. The process of obtaining such a warrant may not be as familiar. It

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Parents warned by federal agency about ‘sextortion’

Have you heard of the term “sextortion?” The Federal Bureau of Investigation has issued a warning about this crime. It happens when people send sexually explicit videos or photos to

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New bill may require ignition interlocks for first DUI offense

North Carolina legislators will be voting on a new bill that supporters hope will make it much more difficult for convicted drunk drivers to drive again. The bill is referred

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The grand jury begins the potential trial process

When a person is arrested and facing criminal charges, it’s very important for that person to know not only the charges being faced, but also how the entire process is

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Man Wanted On Federal Charges Found in NC

Charlotte, North Carolina, was the location of a man from Ohio who was wanted on several federal charges. The 33-year-old man was located there on June 9. According to authorities,

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Can I get arrested for possessing synthetic marijuana?

Synthetic marijuana is often marketed as an easy and “legal” substance to get high. Those who use, manufacture and/or sell synthetic marijuana claim that the THC — which is the

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Don’t You Love It When Gets Easier to Get Out of Traffic Tickets?

Well, you can’t exactly “get out” of them, but for some North Carolina drivers facing certain types of moving violations, the powers-that-be in Wake County just made a few changes

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The perception of online predators is wrong

Thanks to television shows and other sources, people often have the idea that Internet sex crimes are really based in trickery. They think of men posing as young girls in

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