Despite a growing number of states that have legalized recreational pot, FBI data shows that four out of every 10 drug arrests in the United States are for marijuana offenses, and the vast majority are for possession. In North Carolina, as in the majority of other states, marijuana remains illegal. Unlike many others, the Tar Heel State does not offer any exemptions for medical marijuana. However, North Carolina has moved to decriminalize possession of less than one-half ounce. Pot Accounts For 40% Of All Drug Arrests According to the FBI, police officers made roughly 663,000 arrests for marijuana offenses in 2018, which is the most recent data available. The Bureau says officers made 1.65 million total drug arrests that year.…Read More
Drunk driving took a terrible toll in North Carolina in 2018 as 29% of all traffic fatalities were alcohol-related, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). While deaths from motor vehicle crashes decreased overall across the country, the NHTSA annual report shows drunk-driving fatalities increased by 5% in The Tar Heel State. Be Respectful But Don’t Help Officers Driving while impaired is dangerous and should be avoided at all costs as it creates unnecessary risks for you and others on the road. However, an officer must have probable cause to stop you and conduct field sobriety and breath tests. If you are stopped, there are five things to keep in mind: Stay in your car: If you see…Read More
