by Michelle Sparrow | Apr 11, 2013 | Criminal Law Blog, Homicide
The bill that would repeal North Carolina’s Racial Justice Act has not made it out of committee in the House of Representatives, but the bill’s authors are confident that it will pass and be signed during this session. Opponents of the Racial Justice Act... by Michelle Sparrow | Apr 4, 2013 | Criminal Law Blog, Homicide
Senate Bill 306 passed the North Carolina Senate and headed to the House this week, moving the state closer to a full repeal of the Racial Justice Act and a return to executing death row inmates. The Racial Justice Act has been under fire at the General Assembly since... by Michelle Sparrow | Mar 29, 2013 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Law Blog
The justice system in North Carolina has not been able to keep up with technology. Budget and staff cuts have made it harder if not impossible to preserve evidence from decided criminal cases. Legislative committees have had more pressing issues to deal with, like... by Michelle Sparrow | Feb 7, 2013 | Criminal Law Blog, Drug Crimes
It’s no secret that the attitude of many Americans is shifting when it comes to marijuana. Two states made big news last November when they passed legal allowances of recreational marijuana use, and a dozen others permit the drug to be used for medical purposes.... by Michelle Sparrow | Jan 16, 2013 | Assault, Criminal Law Blog
Assault charges have been filed against the son of current U.S. Senator Rand Paul in connection with an incident that took place recently in the airport in Charlotte, North Carolina. According to local news sources, the 19-year-old man was arrested early this month...