criminal law

Police in Wilmington and throughout North Carolina initiate traffic stops on vehicles for a variety of reasons. While speeding is by far the most common reason, authorities may stop a vehicle because of issues with the car itself, or the vehicle could be reported...

Juvenile justice is a complex and frequently-changing area of law. Lawmakers want to appear tough on crime to appeal to the voting public, but they also recognize that being too harsh on youthful offenders can hurt those who make minor mistakes early in life....

Teenagers and young adults in North Carolina and elsewhere may make decisions that will greatly impact their lives as well as the lives of others. Case in point, several suspects have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a homicide, and most of the accused...

All people in North Carolina and elsewhere have a right to live peacefully and safely in their own homes. However, for residents of one neighborhood in Mooresville, that sense of safety was shattered when gunshots rang out through their area. Several homes and...

Discipline is an important and necessary part of raising children. While some parents in North Carolina and elsewhere may spank their children for doing wrong, others take the action too far and end up abusing the child. There are also some parents who unfortunately...

Three men were recently arrested in North Carolina following a shootout at a gas station. Reports do not state the reason for the shootout, but video of the incident shows several people involved. Now, those arrested are likely considering their options for mounting a...

Law enforcement officers in North Carolina are responsible for keeping city streets safe. This often means investigating reports of suspected criminal activity in their communities. Two areas of criminal activity that often affect the safety of members of the...

Reportedly, there have been many thefts of catalytic converters from vehicles in North Carolina over the past few years. Catalytic converters are very expensive to replace, and apparently their black-market value makes them a prime target. A recent tri-county...

Authorities in North Carolina and elsewhere are concerned with keeping the state’s streets safe for all. Part of that includes trying to stem the tide of illegal drug activity across the area. A recent drug bust operation in Columbus County led to multiple arrests for...

Illegal drugs and guns continue to plague the streets of North Carolina. In an effort to combat the spate of illicit drugs and illegal firearms making their way into local communities, law enforcement from several agencies conducted investigations into possible...