North Carolina Drunk Driving Defense

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Attorney Offices by Municipality

Asheboro
1. Dunn, Scott: DUI/DWI - If you have been cited for DUI/DWI, you should know that the law provides serious consequences upon conviction. And these punishments for drunk driving are even more severe for repeat offenders. A DUI sentence may require you to pay a substantial fine, serve some time in jail, or both. In addition to any fines or jail time, your driver's license may be suspended, even if it is your first offense. You will have to find alternate transportation and go through considerable effort to regain your driving privileges after a drunk driving conviction. To add insult to injury, many insurance companies will drop your motor vehicle coverage if you get a DUI. The companies that will insure you will only do so at a greatly increased premium. It is easy to see how important it is to protect your rights - and to do that, you need a lawyer who will work to stop these consequences from becoming reality.
Ashville
Beaufort
1. Valentine & McFadyen: * Traffic violations * Larceny * Sex crimes * Murder * Domestic violence * White collar crime
Boone
1. Eggers, Eggers & Eggers: DWI, Traffic and Speeding Defense
Carrboro
1. Kevin Kennedy: Because of the serious consequences of a conviction of driving while impaired in North Carolina, it is strongly recommended that you retain the services of an experienced attorney to represent your case in court. DWI is a complicated area of the law. There are many facts and circumstances present in every case that may be issues to challenge in court. A drunk driving conviction affects your license points and insurance status. A single conviction of driving while impaired will result in a minimum of a 1-year suspension of your driver's license and a suspended jail sentence. Depending on the circumstances, your driver's license could be revoked permanently and you could be sentenced to serve two years active time in a state penitentiary. Students at the University of North Carolina (UNC) and North Carolina (NC) State University may also face the schools' honor courts. This can result in suspension. Whether or not you are a college student, you simply cannot afford to be convicted on a DWI or DUI charge without a fight.
Cary
Carthage
Chapel Hill
Charlestion
1. Alston Law Firm: In today’€™s society, a vehicle is a necessity. Our goal is to protect your right to own and operate a vehicle. The first line of defense is to challenge the reason that you were stopped. There are bad stops! There are many things that you need to do before appearing in front of a judge. We know what these things are and we strongly urge you to move quickly and contact my firm if you have been arrested or cited for a traffic offense. If it is your first arrest, the goal is make sure that you can continue driving. For second offenses, the goal is often to keep you out of jail and able to continue providing for your family.
Charlotte
Clayton
1. Kenneth Barnes: Traffic violations in North Carolina can be quite costly, or quite simple and painless. Often, it depends solely on whether you are represented or not.
Clemmons
1. Tuch, Gayle: * Personal injury and wrongful death claims * Litigation of general civil disputes * Resolving speeding tickets and traffic violations * Wills, trusts, and probate administration * Negotiating, drafting, and reviewing contracts * Small business matters * Real estate and landlord/tenant matters
Concord
1. Baker Law Firm: * First-time DWI/DUI * Repeat offender * Commercial driver or under 21 * Out-of-state resident * DWI accident resulting in injury * Refusal of the blood or breath test
Dobson
1. Adams, Karen: Elements of OUI/OWI (Operating Under the Influence or While Intoxicated) There are various statutory formulations used to describe the requisite elements of the criminal act of drunk driving. In a number of states, the requisite act consists solely of ''operating.'' These laws are known by the acronyms, OWI (driving while intoxicated) or OUI (driving under the influence). In general, the OWI/OUI statutes include the following elements: 1. A defendant is operating; 2. A vehicle/ motor vehicle upon a roadway; 3. Within the jurisdiction of the court; and, 4. The operation occurs while the defendant is either: a) under the influence of an intoxicant, narcotic, or hallucinogenic to the extent that his or her "normal faculties" were impaired; or, b) operating with a blood or breath alcohol concentration (BAC) above a prohibited level, usually .08 or more. Most jurisdictions allow proof of the offense by showing either impairment (subparagraph a), or a high BAC level (subparagraph b). Statutes making it an offense to merely operate a motor vehicle with a BAC of .08 or greater while under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol is considered a strict liability offense, i.e., no proof of criminal intent is necessary for a conviction. Several states' statutes use the term "operating" by itself. Other statutes encompass both ''driving'' and ''operating'' as the requisite act. A majority of states and the District of Columbia, which follow the Uniform Vehicle Code, provide for ''physical control'' of a vehicle, in conjunction with ''driving,'' ''operating,'' or ''driving or operating,'' as an alternative requisite act. These basic statutory formulations (''to drive,'' ''to operate,'' and ''to be in actual physical control'') create disparate results across the country in cases in which an intoxicated individual is found behind the wheel of a nonmoving vehicle. In general, courts accord the term ''to operate'' a broader meaning than the term ''to drive,'' as "operating" encompasses more than driving the vehicle. The concept of ''operating'' focuses on setting the operative machinery of the vehicle in motion, such as turning the ignition key to start the motor, as opposed to actually moving the vehicle. The absence of a requirement that the vehicle actually be in motion makes the element of ''operation'' much easier to prove than the element of ''driving.'' Thus, even if the vehicle is stopped and not running, someone can be charged with OWI. The same distinction applies to OUI. A driver, although asleep in the back seat, can be arrested for OUI because he was intoxicated.
Durham
Dunn
1. Hayes, Williams, Turner & Daughtry: The best way to put the consequences of a DWI charge behind you is to contact an attorney who can explain your rights and present an effective case in your defense. * Why were you stopped? Was the alcohol testing done correctly? Was the equipment in proper working order? Was the police officer properly trained? We will question the validity of the stop and the tests you were given. Your lawyer will review all the evidence against you and give you a realistic assessment of your options. * You need to take steps immediately to keep your license. You may request an administrative hearing within 10 days of your arrest to determine whether you can keep your license or have limited driving privileges. If you drive to work, to school, to medical appointments or for any other reason, we can help you at your hearing. * If you feel you cannot afford a lawyer, talk to us about your situation. We feel that it is important for you to be represented by legal counsel. We can work with you on a flexible payment schedule. * Have you been arrested for more than one DWI charge? You could be charged with felony DWI, and your freedom could be at risk. Talk to an attorney who is concerned about your future. * A DWI conviction has significant consequences. There can be substantial jail time, prison time, fines, mandatory classes, treatment, increased insurance rates and loss of reputation. You don't have to face this alone. Contact a defense lawyer today.
Elizabeth
1. Teague & Glover: D.W.I. stands for "driving while impaired," a misdemeanor that carries with it a maximum sentence of 2 years in prison and a $4,000 fine. There is also a mandatory loss of license ranging from 1 year to permanent, depending upon your record. In addition, it is possible that your personal automobile insurance rates could increase up to 800% for 3 years following a D.W.I. conviction.
Elizabethtown
1. Johnson Law Firm: If I have a license in another state. Or, if I have a license in another state and get a North Carolina ticket, must I worry about the North Carolina ticket? Answer: Maybe. It depends on whether the state has joined the Non-Resident Violator Compact. North Carolina and most other states and parts of Canada have joined this pact. A license suspension or serious ticket in any member state is the same as a ticket or loss of license in ALL 44 member states. Nonmembers as of January 1996 are: Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Michigan, Montana, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Washington, and Wisconsin. If your license is suspended in North Carolina, you cannot obtain a license in any of the member states until your North Carolina license is restored. If you fail to pay a ticket in North Carolina, your driver’€™s license in North Carolina will be suspended. It is unlikely that you will be able obtain or renew your license in your home state until you have resolved the ticket in North Carolina and had your driving privileges restored here. Most states also exchange information under the National Driver License Compact for serious violations such as DWI’€™s and suspended license due to unpaid tickets in North Carolina. This means that these violations will be charged against your license in your home state. In some states, even less serious out-of-state traffic violations are charged against your license.
Fayetteville
Gastonia
Garner
Greensboro
Graham
1. Remington, Fred: # Criminal Law # Driving While Intoxicated # Drug Crimes # Traffic Violation
2. Hemric, Hemric & Champion: The law does not discriminate. If you are drinking and driving, you are subject to arrest. It does not matter if you are rich or poor, young or oldŃif you are driving while intoxicated, you will be arrested. Besides spending a night in the local jail, the future consequences of an arrest are serious and can be far reaching. If you have been arrested for a DWI in the Burlington, North Carolina, area it is important to contact an experienced attorney who will help make sure your future is protected.
3. David Remington: Traffic violations such as speeding, illegal lane usage, reckless driving, failure to yield, and following too closely can result in license suspensions and higher insurance rates. Depending on the violation and how it is resolved, you may be fined, referred to a special program, or sent to jail.
Greenville
Hickory
Hendersonville
High Point
Hillsborough
Huntersville
1. Bell & Bell: A DUI charge and subsequent suspended license places immediate limitations on an individual's freedom. Tasks such as going to work, school, or running errands now need to be done with the help of family or friends.
Jacksonville
1. Paramore, WH: North Carolina and federal criminal defense to those facing felony and misdemeanor charges
2. Warlick, John: If you have been pulled over for suspected drunk driving in North Carolina, and a breath test shows a blood alcohol level or count (BAL or BAC) of .08 or more, you are facing DWI charges and potential license suspension because of the driving points assessed against your license. You may think, "They got me; there's no use in paying a DWI defense lawyer to fight the charges." Just as with any criminal charge, you have the right to present a defense on a DWI charge. Invalid Stop á Insufficient Waiting Period á Faulty Breathalyzer You may also be surprised at how many times arrests for driving while intoxicated (DWI) or driving under the influence (DUI) are invalidated and the charges dismissed because we are able to show that the arresting officers did not make a valid stop in the first place. Other mistakes by law enforcement, such as failure to properly administer the field sobriety or breath tests, failing to wait the proper amount of time prior to giving a test, not giving valid warnings about the right to remain silent or right to counsel as required under North Carolina and federal constitutional law, can create opportunities for dismissal of the case or a not guilty verdict.
Kernersville
Kitty Hawk
1. Merrell & Mauney:
  1. Until your case is finalized in court, you should not discuss your case with anyone other than your lawyer.
  2. If you are contacted by the police or anyone else, you should decline discussing the case without the presence of your lawyer.
  3. You should never attempt to contact witnesses who have been listed to testify against you. This can sometimes be misinterpreted as an effort to intimidate or influence such witnesses’ testimony and can have disastrous consequences.
  4. If you believe that witnesses may actually be helpful to your case, make a note of the way in which you think they may help and tell your lawyer about it. This will protect you from any unfair claims with respect to such witnesses.
Lewisville
1. Allred, Amy: * Assault and battery * Domestic violence * DUI / DWI * Shoplifting offenses * Larceny or theft offenses * Driving with revoked license * Drug charges including possession and trafficking
Lexington
Lillington
Lincolnton
1. Lewis & Shuford: misdemeanors and felonies, from traffic citations and DUI/DWI to drug crimes, from assault and battery to homicide
Louisberg
1. Davis, Sturgis & Tomlinson: Any criminal charge is a serious matter, and conviction for even minor infractions can result in life-changing consequences that affect your family and your ability to earn a living.
2. Thompson, Jeffrey: If you have been arrested and charged with drunk driving, you may be experiencing fear, anxiety and uncertainty, especially if this is your first offense. You may worry that you will lose your license for a lengthy period of time, that you will face substantial fines, or that you may even end up in jail. You want an experienced and attentive attorney, one who will answer all of your questions, one you can trust to protect your interests and help you make informed decisions.
Lumberton
1. Hunt, Jonathan: There are many ways of defending a drunk driving charge. * Illegal police checkpoints * Lack of probable cause * Inaccurate field sobriety testing * Inadmissible breath test results * Failure to issue Miranda warnings * Improper police conduct
Manteo
1. Wheles & Wheless: Drinking and driving can result in very serious penalties.
Matthews
1. Weaver, Bennett & Bland: If you have been charged with, or are under investigation for any offense, even possession of drug paraphernalia or marijuana, communicating threats, or driving while impairedŃissues that may seem easier to simply accept, it is important that you consult with a criminal defense lawyer at the first opportunity. The future consequences of your situation may have a significant impact on your life, ranging from an extended loss of driving privileges to a permanent criminal record. Only after speaking to an attorney familiar with the area courts and criminal law will you have the information you need to make well-informed decisions in the days and weeks ahead.
Mebane
1. Maitland Law Firm: DWI/DUI Recent changes to the law in North Carolina have increased the penalties for a DWI/DUI conviction. In addition to the criminal case, there is also an administrative process.
Mooresville
1. Travis Collum: you need to speak with an experiencedĘlawyer who will handle your legalĘmatter with personal attention and resolve
2. William Willis: Each case is different and the results depend on the specific facts and circumstances of the case. Remember that you should not make any incriminating statements to the investigating or arresting officer. Do not give the prosecutor any more evidence to convict you on the charge. An attorney can review all of the facts of the case and can review the investigation procedures used by the officer to determine if grounds exist to fight the charges. There are many areas of criminal law and procedure to review before a proper and informed decision can be made to plead guilty or to plead not guilty and have a trial.
Morgantown
New Bern
North Wilkesboro
1. Burke, William: If you are convicted of a driving under the influence or driving while intoxicated (DUI/DWI) offense, your life will be significantly changed. A conviction may result in large fines and jail time, as well as the social stigma that goes along with drunk or impaired driving. Your insurance rates will increase dramatically and you will lose your driver's license, at least temporarily, making it difficult to get to and from work. When you have been charged with a DUI/DWI offense, or other traffic violation, you need an experienced law firm to make sure your rights are protected.
Oxford
1. Watson, Dunlow & Wilkinson: DWI Driving While Impaired is a very serious misdemeanor in the State of North Carolina. A person who is convicted of a DWI, even on their first offense, will have their license revoked for a year, their car insurance rates will increase 400%, and could receive active jail time. It is imperative to have legal representation when you are charged with a DWI.
Pinehurst
1. Clarke Phifer Foyles & McNeill: * Business Law * Child Custody, Visitation and Child Support * Civil Litigation * Construction Law and Construction Disputes * Divorce, Alimony & Division of Property * Personal Injury * Real Estate Law * Traffic Tickets * What to Do Immediately Following a Car Accident * Wills & Estates
2. VanCamp, Meacham & Newman: Crimes that are regarded as less serious are referred to as misdemeanors. A misdemeanor usually is punishable by a fine, or by incarceration in a local jail for a period of less than one year. Prosecutors typically do not convene a grand jury to investigate or issue indictments for misdemeanor charges, although the same conduct may give rise to both felony and misdemeanor charges. Misdemeanors are usually charged by a written complaint, or "information." In some states, poor defendants are not entitled to a court-appointed attorney when charged only with a misdemeanor. The charges may be considered minor, but being accused of a misdemeanor--not to mention being convicted of one--can cause a major disruption in the life of an accused. As in any criminal case, it is essential that a defendant in a misdemeanor prosecution have zealous representation backing him or her up. A person accused of a misdemeanor should seek the help of an experienced criminal defense attorney.
Pittsboro
1. Stafford & Heafner: traffic ticket can impact your insurance rates and your driving privileges
Raeford
1. Christopher Vaught: The prosecution has the burden of proving all the elements of an offense with which a defendant is being charged. In accordance with this burden of proof, a trial court is required to specifically instruct a jury on all the elements of the offense. A jury instruction is defective if it fails to set forth all the elements of the offense
2. Debbie Baker: In North Carolina, a traffic ticket or citation can also have a detrimental effect upon your life. In many cases, your driving record can also determine if you are hired for a job especially in fields that require a person to drive on the job. The loss of your driving privileges can have a financial effect upon your ability to provide proper support for your family. Convictions for certain traffic offenses such as DWI and Driving While License Revoked can result in a loss of driving privileges as well as jail time depending upon your prior driving record.
Raleigh Raleigh
Robbins
1. Thigpen & Jenkins: Traffic violations can result in points against your license, an increase in your insurance premiums, and even suspension of your driving privileges. We have handled thousands of tickets over the years and are experienced in obtaining the best possible resolution of your traffic violation. For the vast majority of traffic violations, such as speeding tickets and stop sign violations, we are able to handle your ticket without you having to appear in court. For more serious traffic violations such as Driving While Impaired (DWI), the consequences can include jail time, suspension of license and community service.
Rockingham
1. Crump, George: Appeals Civil Lawsuits Commercial Loan Closings Contracts Corporations Criminal Law - State & Federal Deeds DWI Estates Health Care Powers of Attorney Leases Offers to Purchase Option Agreements Partnerships Personal Injury Powers of Attorney Promissory Notes Residential Loan Closings Traffic Cases Wills Workers' Compensation Wrongful Death
Rocky Mount
1. Keel, Lassiter, Duffy & Sperati: * Sexual assault and battery * Domestic violence * Aggravated assault and violent crimes * DUI, DWI, Drunk driving charges * Drug possession and distribution charges * Guns and weapons charges * Theft, burglary, stolen property * Traffic violations * Fraud, embezzlement, white collar crime * Parole violations * Juvenile crime * Stalking, wrongful imprisonment * Internet crime, identity theft * Child abduction * Many other felony and misdemeanor crimes
Rutherford
1. Tomblin, Farmer & Morris: DWI, driving while license revoked, careless and reckless, drug possession charges, larceny, shoplifting, breaking and entering, under age drinking, assaults, injury to personal and real property, trespass, speeding to elude arrest, failure to yield for emergency vehicles, leaving the scene of the accident, and more.
Sanford
1. Page Law Office: defense of traffic and criminal matters, and the defense and prosecution of civil claims and lawsuits
2. Doster, Post, Silverman & Foushee: criminal cases
3. Harrington, Gilleland & Winstead: North Carolina is an implied consent state. This means that by obtaining a North Carolina driver's license, a driver impliedly consents to submit to a breathalyzer test when requested. Drivers who refuse to take a breathalyzer automatically loose their driving privileges for a period of one year whether or not they are convicted of DWI. We represent drivers who refuse breathalyzer tests and drivers who registered a blood alcohol level of .08 or higher. Our DWI defense attorneys have handled hundreds of drunk driving cases and helped to reduce the impact of DWI charges on Sanford area drivers.
Scotland Neck
1. Dudley, Janet: DUI/DWI cases stem from the arrest of an individual for operating a motor vehicle while having a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) over the limit prescribed by law. Penalties can include fines, driver's license suspension or revocation, mandatory attendance at DUI schools, community service, probation, installation of a breath alcohol ignition interlock device, or a term of imprisonment. Additionally, individuals who refuse to submit to blood alcohol or field sobriety tests may also face criminal liability.
Shallotte
1. Chandler Law Firm: If you have been arrested for a DUI/DWI matter, you have a lot at stake. It could cost you your driver's license, and a conviction could result in a jail sentence, fines, increased insurance rates and a criminal record that can follow you for the rest of your life. Likewise, a traffic violation -- from a speeding ticket or a charge of reckless driving -- can carry significant effects, especially if you have a prior record. These charges are serious. Having the assistance of an experienced defense attorney on your side can make all the difference.
Shelby
1. Teddy & Meekins: DWI refers to driving while impaired. Alcohol and/or prescription and illegal drugs can cause this impairment. Under North Carolina law, a DWI arrest can occur if you register .08 or greater in a blood or breath test. Persons who are convicted or plead guilty to a DWI offense must complete a substance abuse assessment and comply with any recommended treatment as a condition for having his or her operator's license restored at the end of the revocation period. A DWI charge or conviction may result in a loss of license or limited driving privileges. Ordinarily a person who is convicted of driving while impaired suffers a loss of license following the conviction. Limited driving privileges are not automatically granted, but if they are allowed, they function as a restrictive license until the end of the revocation period or until the time of trial.
Siler City
1. Atwater Lawfirm: Drunk driving is a serious crime with potentially serious consequences. If you have been arrested for drunk driving, it is important to have an experienced criminal defense attorney on your side.
Smithfield
South Port
1. Stiller & Disbrow: You Face Two Legal Threats A DWI arrest leads to two legal proceedings Ń one for the criminal charge, and another hearing that could result in the loss of your driving privileges. Our firm can represent you in both. If it is at all possible, we want to keep you on the road Ń by protecting your drivers license or obtaining a temporary drivers permit. Technology and the law have combined to give the state an edge in DWI prosecutions. However, it is possible to overcome a DWI charge. The police may have had no legitimate reason to stop your vehicle. They may have had no valid reason to demand a breath test. They may have conducted the breath tests improperly, or the equipment may have produced a faulty reading. There are additional novel DWI defenses that can work, depending on the circumstances.
2. Gary Lawrence: An experienced attorney can help keep you out of court and on the road with lower insurance rates.
Statesville
Sylvia
1. Melrose, Seago & Lay: Why should I hire an attorney for my DWI? The North Carolina Driving While Impaired Statute is becoming increasing complicated. Sorting through potential constitutional, factual and technical defenses is a difficult thing to do. Remember, it is the District AttorneyŐs job to prosecute you to the fullest extent possible. Unless you have an attorney in court fighting for your rights, it is not a level playing fie.
2. Ridenour, Lay & Earwood: We are a full-service law firm dedicated to vigorously representing the citizens of Western North Carolina and those visiting our area. Our Primary areas of practice are Driving While Impaired (DWI) and Criminal Defense; Real Estate and Real Property Litigation; & Local Government Representation.
3. Frank Lay: Don't settle for a bad plea bargain. You have only one chance to present your best case! Driving while impaired (DWI) cases are serious matters which require an experienced and capable trial lawyer. Under North Carolina law, a conviction of DWI carries major penalties, including possible jail time, heavy fines, loss of driver's license and other penalties. But remember...arrest does not always mean conviction. The serious penalties of a DWI conviction deserve a serious defense.
Tarboro
1. Rountree & Boyette: * Business & Corporate Law * Civil Litigation * Contracts * Criminal Law * DUI/DWI * Elder Law * Estate Planning * Insurance Law * Mediations (Superior Court, Workers Compensation, Clerk of Court) * Personal Injury including: motor vehicle accidents * Probate & Estate Administration * Real Estate Law and Transactions * Speeding Tickets * Traffic Violations * Wills and Trusts
Unknown
1. Merritt Flebotte: Any one accused of a serious crime is facing a harrowing situation. Criminal charges can run the gamut from Driving While Impaired to Murder, from Disorderly Conduct to Anti-Trust crimes. Each type of charge carries the potential, however, to be a life-changing experience for the defendant. The fact of the matter is that innocent people have been sent to jail under even our legal system. Therefore, it is vital that they have an experienced criminal defense lawyer to assist them in any criminal charge. The most frequently charged serious crime that most people will face is driving while impaired. The North Carolina legislature has passed legislation designed to make life difficult for anyone convicted of DWI. If you have been charged with DWI, you need the guidance and help of an experienced criminal defense lawyer even if this is your first DWI charge. Successfully defending a DWI charge requires experience and scientific know-how.
2. Gast, Jason: Traffic and Driving Violations No matter what the driving offense, we can help provide you with low-cost, effective legal representation with the goal of minimizing the impact on your insurance. In some cases, we can appear on your behalf, without you having to attend court at all. Our goal is to take the hassle out of traffic court. We handle all kinds of driving charges, including: Traffic and Driving Violations Ą Speeding Ą Expired Tags and Registration Ą Driving With a Revoked License Ą Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) Ą Reckless Driving Ą Hit and Run We can help you avoid expensive problems with the DMV and with your insurance company. Contact us for more detailed information.
Wilesboro
1. Brewer & Brewer If this is your first DWI in the past seven (7) years, we can usually keep you driving with a Limited Privilege. If it is your second or third DWI within 7 years, then you cannot get a Limited Privilege in North Carolina.
Wilmington
Wilson
1. Farris & Farris: * Traffic tickets & violations * Drunk driving (DWI / DUI) * Assault * Theft, burglary, larceny * White collar crimes, fraud, embezzlement * Arson * Homicide, murder, manslaughter
Washington
1. Sonia Privette: Drinking and driving offenses are not taken lightly by the public or the criminal justice system. Laws regarding DUI/DWI offenses are constantly changing as well as the penalties associated with these crimes. Therefore, it is imperative that anyone charged with a drunk driving offense contact an experienced and competent attorney immediately to ensure the preservation of their legal rights.
Warsaw
Washington
1. Hardy, Edwin: # Bankruptcy # Criminal # Divorce # Traffic Violation # DWI # Tax Problems - IRS and State # Consumer Complaints # Adoption # Medical Malpractice # Personal Injury
2. Darrell Cayton: DUI/DWI ’€“ Drinking and driving offenses are not taken lightly by the public or the criminal justice system.Â Laws regarding DUI/DWI offenses are constantly changing as well as the penalties associated with these crimes.Â Therefore, it is imperative that anyone charged with a drunk driving offense contact an experienced and competent attorney immediately to ensure the preservation of their legal rights.
Waynesville
1. Clark, Bob: Serious Consequences for DWI or DUI Convictions After being charged with a DWI/DUI, a driver's license is immediately revoked for 30 days. AFTER 1O DAYS, the driver may be eligible for a limited driving privilege. If your vehicle was seized, the process of forfeiture can move very quickly. If convicted of a DWI/DUI, five levels of sentencing exist in North Carolina. If a client faces sentencing, I prepare to seek the lowest penalty range and, where possible, the broadest limited driving privilege. The level of sentencing affects sanctions that can be ordered by the Judge: * Amount of the fine * Whether jail or prison time is given * Whether placed on supervised or unsupervised probation * Enhanced penalties for high blood alcohol content at the time of the driving * How many hours of community service are ordered * What type of counseling treatment might be required * Other special restrictions or costs If you or a loved one has been charged with impaired driving and is worried about the consequences of a conviction, you need to call a lawyer who will listen to your case and not judge your actions.
West End
1. Morris Law Office: For many people, an arrest for drunk driving is the first and only time you will be involved with the legal system. Because of this, you may be confused and have a lot of questions about what to expect. The legal blood-alcohol limit in North Carolina is .08 for adults. For people under the age of 21, we have a "zero tolerance law" meaning that any amount of alcohol in your blood is too much. If you have been arrested for drunk driving in North Carolina did you know that the blood-alcohol test you took might be invalid?
Whispering Pines
1. Morris Law Office: THE NON-RESIDENT VIOLATOR COMPACT Just because you are a resident of another state, do not make the mistake of thinking that the North Carolina ticket will not follow you when you leave. North Carolina and most other states and parts of Canada have joined together under the Non-Resident Violator Compact. A suspended license or a ticket in one state is reflected as a ticket or loss of license in every other state. Also, if you ignore a ticket in North Carolina, you will likely later find yourself unable to obtain a license in another state, or even renew your license, until you have resolved the ticket here and had your driving privileges in North Carolina restored. Most states also exchange information under the National Driver License Compact to prevent drivers from receiving multiple tickets in different states without triggering enforcement action. North Carolina is a member of the Nonresident Violator Compact and a license suspension or serious ticket in any member state equals a ticket or loss of license in ALL 44 member states. Nonmembers as of January 1996 are: Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Michigan, Montana, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Washington, and Wisconsin. If your license is suspended in North Carolina, you cannot obtain a license in any of the member states until your privilege to drive in North Carolina is restored.
Willmington
Wilson
1. Thomas and Ferris: Breathalyzer tests hold more weight with judges if they register at 0.08 or higher in spite of their known shortcomings and errors. The gap between how juvenile DWI's are treated as opposed to adult DWI's is starting to close as well.
Windsor
1. Pritchett & Burch: * DUI / DWI / Drunk driving * Reckless driving * Driving on revoked license * Pleading no contest * Direct mail traffic tickets * Excessive speeding (tickets) * Hit and run
Winston-Salem
Yanceyville
1. Daniel, George: The penalties for Driving While Intoxicated are severe. If you or a loved one has been arrested, you need an experienced D.W.I. attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights.

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