illegal drugs

Tianeptine Now a Controlled Substance in North Carolina

Published on: January 29, 2025 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Tianeptine Now a Controlled Substance in North Carolina

There are many types of illicit or illegal drugs. Some of these drugs have not been properly classified and have been available to the public. One such drug is tianeptine. North Carolina recently passed legislation making tianeptine illegal to sell in our state. The drug has previously been available in places such as convenience stores and vape shops. Tianeptine was not regulated in the past because it was classified as a supplement and not subject to FDA approval.

What is Tianeptine?

Should Addiction Be Punished As A Crime?

Published on: October 25, 2017 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “What should I do if I have been pulled over and I have been drinking ?”

Everyone who reads or watches the news knows about the devastating impact drug addiction has had on the country. Families in every county of every state have been ripped apart due to the allure of drugs, whether those obtained on the streets or those obtained through a pharmacy. Opioids in particular have blazed a path of destruction across large swaths of the country.

Report Reveals Cost Of Drug Possession Crimes

Published on: October 20, 2016 | On behalf of Arnold & Smith, PLLC

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “If I simply intend to plead guilty, why do I need a lawyer?”

One unfortunate consequence of the recent election mess has been that little attention is getting paid to some serious issues. While reporters hunt for embarrassing information about the presidential candidates, not enough is being done to force either of the major party nominees to speak to some troubling concerns, including issues like criminal justice reform. A recently published report lays out some of those troubles, putting in stark terms the terrible toll drug possession crimes take on the country.