by Michelle Sparrow | Jun 1, 2013 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Law Blog
The North Carolina General Assembly is considering a bill that would increase the penalties for drivers who pass school buses when the buses are loading or unloading passengers. The bill has passed the House of Representatives and now awaits action by the Senate... by Michelle Sparrow | May 30, 2013 | Criminal Law Blog, Homicide
The North Carolina House of Representatives is just one vote away from repealing the Racial Justice Act. A subcommittee approved the bill just after Memorial Day, sending it to the House floor for a final vote. Chances are slim that the bill will not pass, and Gov.... by Michelle Sparrow | May 24, 2013 | Criminal Law Blog, Drunk Driving
We are continuing the discussion from our last post. A man — a former North Carolina legislator — was arrested in December 2011 on suspicion of driving while intoxicated. The incident began as what could have been a routine traffic stop. The driver’s... by Michelle Sparrow | May 22, 2013 | Criminal Law Blog, Drunk Driving
A former state lawmaker is planning to ask federal and state authorities to investigate law enforcement regarding his experience with a traffic stop. The one-time legislator was pulled over in December 2011 by an officer from the Concord Police Department. Concord is... by Michelle Sparrow | May 19, 2013 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Law Blog
Sunday, May 20, marks the beginning of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s annual Memorial Day “Click It or Ticket” campaign. For one week on either side of Memorial Day, law enforcement will be on high alert for seat belt...