Criminal records, race and job search issues
You know that having a criminal record can impact your ability to find employment. Many companies run background checks. Some will not hire you if you have a record, especially if it's a felony. While others may technically be open to hiring you, the criminal record...
2 area school district officials arrested for DUI since September
Since September, two Horry County, South Carolina, school district officials have been arrested on charges of driving under the influence.In September, the District 1 school board member was arrested after she allegedly failed to follow field sobriety test directions....
Can you turn right if you have a red arrow?
If you pull up to a red arrow, waiting to make a right turn, you may be tempted to turn through the arrow if the traffic is clear. Can you do this or not?There has been some confusion over the rule in recent years, but the basic answer is that you cannot turn on a red...
What is burglary?
Many people believe they understand all of the elements of a burglary charge, but the reality is that many myths exist and people often have an incorrect mental picture of what this crime looks like. It is important to break down these myths and truly understand the...
When could an expunction be ideal for you?
In North Carolina, the words expungement and expunction are used interchangeably. Both terms refer to a process by which an individual previously convicted of a crime may ask the court to remove their conviction, charges or arrest from their record. There are various...
What are the consequences for speeding in North Carolina?
When a police officer writes a traffic ticket for a motorist here in Bolivia, one of the first things that a driver generally complains about is the sheer cost that they're expected to pay for having violated the law. Motorists should consider many of the other costly...
Wrestling superstar arrested for another DUI
Jeff Hardy, a superstar wrestler with the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE), was arrested on DUI charges last year. He was recently arrested again in North Carolina, making it two sets of charges in two years.When asked for comment, the WWE did not want any part of...
Experts claim speeding doesn’t actually help
When you break the speed limit, it's generally just because you want to get somewhere a bit sooner than you would otherwise. Maybe you left a bit late for work. Maybe you're bored with being in the car. There are plenty of reasons that people break the speed limit.But...
How should prescription drugs be handled?
Prescription drugs are the answer to many ailments, but you must ensure that you are getting them for yourself and not borrowing them from someone else. It is illegal to accept someone else's prescriptions and it is unlawful to share them with others. Only the person...
Could tailgating lead to a DUI for you?
If you are like many football fans, tailgating is the highlight of the season for you. You enjoy manning the grill and meeting up with both new and old friends in the parking lot on game day. You quaff a few beers and share some laughs together before heading for...