April 2011

Using Fake IDs can cost more than you think--Criminal Attorney in Winston-Salem

Many college students and underage persons try to gain access to bars and alcohol by using a fake ID.  Unfortunately, what seems like a logical means to an end and, perhaps, even a rite of passage, can result in consequences far more severe than one might think.  Under North Carolina law, it is illegal to enter or attempt to enter a place where alcoholic beverages are sold or consumed by the use of fraudulent identification.  The same is true for obtaining or attempting to obtain alcoholic beverages.

English Ivy removal-Wesley Chapman 336-422-4316, Winston-Salem

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What To Do In Case Of An Accident (Accident Lawyers)

What To Do In Case Of An Accident

In our society, the use and misuse of automobiles & motorcycles account for the greatest number of actions in both criminal and civil courts.

Although the automobile has been the predominant form of personal transportation for the better part of a century, and despite the frequency of automobile accidents, many motorists still do not understand the responsibilities they incur, or the rights which they may seek to protect when they are involved in a motor vehicle accident.

Speed Kills – and much more often on a motorcycle! Accident Attorneys

Speed Kills – and much more often on a motorcycle!

As the weather turns nicer, we all need to be on the alert for the two wheeled vehicles that share the road.  While there are things that we as motorcycle riders can do to increase our visibility, often the most significant thing we can do is be a little less aggressive on the throttle.  The thrill of spontaneous acceleration is a major reason for riding, but speed is a major cause of accidents, injuries, and death for riders.

Aiding and Abetting – Fancy Words for a Serious Crime – Criminal Attorney in Winston Salem

Aiding and Abetting – Fancy Words for a Serious Crime – Criminal Attorney in Winston Salem

We are constantly encouraged to give aid to those who are in need, but giving aid to someone who is under the age to legally consume alcohol and does not have the legal right to do so can result in serious charges.  This is one case where helping is a crime – a crime called aiding and abetting.

Don’t Let Your Past Come Back to Haunt You! (Expungement Lawyer)

Don’t Let Your Past Come Back to Haunt You!

With so many people out of work, employers have a much greater number of applicants to choose from.  That doesn’t appear likely to change anytime soon.  Imagine finding out after submitting a number of applications that at least one potential employer rejected you because you have a criminal record.

Now suppose that the record is not because you were found guilty of any crime.  Instead, the record merely indicates that you were charged with a crime sometime in the past.

When Owning a Weapon is a Crime – Winston Salem Attorney

When Owning a Weapon is a Crime – Winston Salem Attorney

I recently discussed the criminal charges that can result from carrying a weapon onto school property (see Guns and School Don’t Mix).  A recent local event serves to illustrate that this is not the only way to get in trouble when guns and kids are mixed.