Drug Crimes

North Carolina still does not allow the use of recreational marijuana. In fact, lawmakers are still debating whether or not they should even allow medical marijuana, which is so common across the United States. On a national scale, though, recreational marijuana laws...

There are many medications that you cannot get without a prescription. However, once you go to the doctor and get that prescription, it is perfectly legal to have and use these medications. They are controlled substances, but there are legal ways to use them, and...

When most people think of a “drug addict,” they tend to think of people lurking in parks, alleys and abandoned houses, doing whatever it takes to get their next fix. In reality, your neighbor, cousin, brother or aunt could be quietly suffering from an addiction to...

Drug charges are like many other criminal offenses in that they can be tried either by the state or by the federal government. If you're wondering what prompts one of these governments to file charges, it boils to a few different factors. Two of the most notable ones...

Addiction is the underlying cause of many significant criminal issues. Many people in jail for drug offenses may have an addiction to the substance that they got caught using, possessing or manufacturing. Addiction can also lead to secondary criminal offenses like...

Many people start experimenting with drugs believing that they have full control over the situation and that it's something harmless that pleases them. While recreational drugs can feel fun, exciting and pleasurable at first, the body can quickly become dependent on...

We live in a world that is increasingly harsh on those who are accused -- rightfully or wrongfully -- of criminal actions. If you’re the parent of a teenager or a young adult, it’s extremely important to make sure that they fully understand how to conduct themselves...

There are dozens of reasons to take a road trip or hop on a flight to Washington, D.C. Perhaps you want to take part in a march or rally. Maybe you've always wanted to see the cherry trees blossom in early spring. There's also the appeal of world-class restaurants and...

Cocaine has always been illegal in most U.S. states, and it is something that state and federal investigators spend a lot of time and effort trying to eradicate. Despite its reputation as something that rock and roll stars snort with jet-setting models in luxurious...

In North Carolina, getting caught with drugs is a serious issue. Being in possession of a Schedule I or II substance may lead to significant financial penalties and the potential for jail or prison time. One of the drugs that affects the state today is cocaine....