NCDOJ

North Carolina Department of Justice

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NC crime rate lowest in 25 years

Reports of crime across North Carolina fell by 8.8 percent and violent crime dropped by 12.5 percent in 2009. It’s the sharpest single year drop in crime rates since North Carolina began statewide crime reporting and the lowest crime rate for the state in 25 years. Get crime statistics for your community.

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Using DNA from arrestees to solve and prevent crimes

North Carolina law enforcement will soon be able to take DNA samples from suspects arrested for certain felonies thanks to a new law won by Attorney General Roy Cooper. Learn how DNA can help crack cold cases, exonerate the wrongly accused, and prevent future crimes.

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Steer clear of driveway paving rip offs

Summer often brings an increase in home improvement scams, such as scammers who knock on your door promising a great price to repave your driveway. We recently took action against two companies that tricked consumers into paying too much to have their driveways paved. Learn how to recognize these scams and avoid the rip off.

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Fight foreclosure and loan modification scams

Are you having trouble making your mortgage payments? You’re not alone. Unfortunately, scam artists are trying to make a profit at struggling homeowners’ expense. More than 400 consumers complained to us about foreclosure and loan modification rip offs last year, and we’ve taken action against more than 200 of these outfits. Learn how you can avoid the scams and where to get real help instead.

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