I Am Behind On My Child Support Payment, Could I Go To Jail?
The answer to this question is YES! If you have been served with an Order to Show Cause regarding your child support obligation, you could be found guilty of criminal contempt.
Legal Tips
North Carolina Hunting Violations: What Constitutes Baiting
Did you know that the majority of hunting and trapping violations in North Carolina involve baiting? The definition of baiting differs depending on the type of game being hunted. With hunting seasons right around the corner, be sure to know what the rules are and how they apply to you. Read more on our blog!
Do I Need A Living Will In North Carolina?
Another important aspect of your Living Will is that you can make a determination in writing as to whether you want artificial hydration or artificial nutrition to remain in place if it will extend your life.
The Basics Of A Personal Injury Recovery
You have been hurt in an automobile accident and it is not your fault. What are you entitled to recover?
Guardianship In North Carolina
To initiate a guardianship proceeding, one would have to file a petition with the Special Proceedings Division in Superior Court. The Clerk of Superior Court is the judge in guardianship proceedings.
What Is A PJC And When Should I Use It?
A PJC is the acronym for a Prayer for Judgment Continued. A PJC is most commonly requested in traffic related offenses such as speeding offenses, red light tickets and other types of Chapter 20 motor vehicle violations.
If I Am Arrested For Driving While Impaired, Should I Take The Breathalyzer Test?
“Should I take the breath test or should I refuse?” Although every case is different, there are some important factors that must be considered in making this decision.
Texting While Driving – Are You Guilty?
We are entering our holiday season and many of us will be traveling. I hope you will be careful while traveling and resist the urge to text or email while driving.
Can I Have My Felony Conviction Expunged From My Criminal Record?
A few years ago the answer to this question was a resounding “No,” but thanks to our Legislature we now have two relatively new statutes which allow felony convictions to by expunged from a person’s record.
Is Your Teen Charged With Underage Drinking?
I can’t even begin to tell you how many phone calls we get from concerned parents because their teenage son or daughter picked up an underage drinking ticket while attending a concert or tailgating at a football game.
