If you’ve ever been pulled over in a North Carolina traffic stop, you no doubt understand how disconcerting such situations can be, especially if you wind up getting a ticket, or worse. If a police officer asks you to step out of your vehicle, you…
Alcohol-related laws can vary greatly from state to state. It is a good idea for those living in North Carolina, or even visiting for a short time, to know what is and isn’t permitted in the state. Understanding these laws is especially relevant to those…
Law enforcement strives to keep North Carolina roads safe by taking impaired driving seriously. A conviction for DWI can lead to a host of devastating penalties including jail time, fines, loss of driving privileges and installation of an ignition interlock device. Unfortunately, many cases begin…
The consequences of a criminal conviction can sometimes go beyond official punishments handed down from authorities. For example, a criminal record could impact employability or the ability to secure a loan. In the case of a conviction for driving while impaired (DWI), insurance rates are one major “unofficial” consequence…
Law enforcement officers in North Carolina recently arrested one of their own for allegedly driving under the influence. This gentleman, who started as a deputy with the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office in 2014, has since been fired. This has negatively affected his life in numerous…
When a person is suspected of driving while under the influence of alcohol in North Carolina, it is common practice for police to administer a Breathalyzer test. It is a simple test in which a breath sample is taken and analyzed to determine one’s blood…
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