On behalf of Lassiter & Lassiter Attorneys At Law | Jul 24, 2020 | Criminal Defense
In North Carolina, driving while intoxicated (DWI) can be charged at any of five misdemeanor levels. Level I has the greatest penalties, while Level V has the lowest penalties. DWI can also be charged as a felony, under certain circumstances. Here is an overview of...
On behalf of Lassiter & Lassiter Attorneys At Law | Jun 24, 2020 | Criminal Defense
In most legal situations, you will have an easier time and see better results in your case if you hire an attorney. It will cost you money to hire one of these professionals, so to be sure you get the most for your money, you need to choose your attorney carefully....
On behalf of Lassiter & Lassiter Attorneys At Law | Jun 15, 2020 | Criminal Defense
If you are one of the many licensed drivers in North Carolina, you know that the state has very strict laws against drinking and driving. From the loss of driving privileges to the potential for spending time in jail and more, the penalties associated with a drunk...
On behalf of Lassiter & Lassiter Attorneys At Law | Apr 20, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Few things likely frustrate you more than receiving a speeding ticket when you know you were at, but not above, the speed limit. But what should you do? Argue with the officer? This probably will not get you anywhere. After all, (s)he had his or her radar gun pointed...
On behalf of Lassiter & Lassiter Attorneys At Law | Apr 3, 2020 | Criminal Defense
As a small business owner, you have a very full schedule. You likely devote time each day to monitoring employees, tracking sales and brainstorming improvements for your business. Getting sued is probably the last thing on your mind. No small business owner wants to...
On behalf of Lassiter & Lassiter Attorneys At Law | Feb 12, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Everyone knows that a driving while intoxicated (DWI) conviction can seriously impact your life. However, there are other factors that may exacerbate a charge and boost the penalty along with it. From prior charges to the circumstances during the arrest, the exact...
On behalf of Lassiter & Lassiter Attorneys At Law | Nov 26, 2019 | Criminal Defense
Back in 2011, North Carolina was sending far too many people to prison. The rate of imprisonment had been rising for years, and it looked to keep rising unless something changed. Enter the Justice Reinvestment Act. Passed in 2011, this law had an immediate and...