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Can I Refuse a Field Sobriety Test?

If you are pulled over by law enforcement in North Carolina and asked to perform a field sobriety test (FST), you may wonder whether you can refuse. Field sobriety tests are often used by police...

Aug 10, 2024 • 6 min read

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Featured Family Law

Can I Relocate With My Child After Divorce? What NC Parents Need to Know

Mar 20, 2025 • 3 min read

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Featured Criminal Defense

Can I Get My Bail Reduced in North Carolina? A Closer Look at Bail Modification Hearings

Jul 2, 2025 • 3 min read

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Featured Criminal Defense

Can I Get a Limited Driving Privilege After a DUI in North Carolina?

Apr 25, 2025 • 3 min read

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Family Law

What Happens If My Spouse Won’t Sign Divorce Papers in North Carolina?

Divorce is rarely simple, and sometimes one spouse refuses to cooperate. Many people worry that their spouse can “block” or delay the divorce by not...

Sep 26, 2025 • 3 min read

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Family Law

Common Mistakes to Avoid During a Divorce in North Carolina

Divorce is never easy—but the legal process doesn’t have to be harder than it needs to be. At King & Rowe, we’ve seen how avoidable...

Aug 19, 2025 • 3 min read

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Family Law

Can My Child Choose Which Parent to Live With in North Carolina?

When custody is contested, parents often wonder if a judge will let the child decide where they want to live. In North Carolina, a child's...

Jul 29, 2025 • 4 min read

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Family Law

Prenups and Estate Plans: Why Couples Should Consider Both Before Marriage

Getting married is a joyful milestone, but it also brings significant legal and financial changes. For couples in North Carolina, especially those with children from...

Jul 22, 2025 • 3 min read

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Family Law

Top Mistakes to Avoid When Filing for Emergency Custody in North Carolina

Filing for emergency custody is one of the most serious actions you can take in a child custody case. North Carolina courts treat these requests...

Jul 14, 2025 • 4 min read

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Family Law

Estate Planning for Pet Owners in North Carolina: Who Will Care for Your Furry Family?

For many North Carolinians, pets are more than just animals—they’re family. Yet when it comes to estate planning, pet care is often overlooked. At King...

Jul 9, 2025 • 3 min read

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Family Law

Understanding a Family Consent Order in North Carolina

When families go through disputes involving child custody, visitation, or support, many people in North Carolina find resolution through something called a Family Consent Order....

Jun 27, 2025 • 3 min read

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Family Law

What Happens If a Domestic Violence Protective Order (DVO) Is Violated in North Carolina?

Violating a Domestic Violence Protective Order (DVO)—also known as a 50B Order—in North Carolina is a serious criminal offense with potentially severe consequences. The law...

Jun 26, 2025 • 2 min read

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Family Law

Who Gets Custody of My Children If I Die Without a Will in North Carolina?

When a parent passes away intestate (without a will), a probate judge determines who should become the guardian of the minor children. The process can...

Jun 3, 2025 • 2 min read

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