The last thing you want is to end up back in jail, especially if your conviction resulted in probation instead of incarceration. Probation is preferable to a jail sentence because it allows you to serve your sentence at home with your family and to continue in your...
Criminal Defense
The many concealed costs of a DWI conviction
You already understand some of the costs of a DWI conviction. Jail time comes to the forefront. You also expect probation, fines, restitution if your actions caused damages and the loss of your driver’s license. But that is not all. Anyone convicted of DWI, faced a...
5 common DWI defense strategies
Seeing a police car’s flashing lights in your rearview mirror can be a frightening sight, especially if you’ve had a beer or two before heading home. However, even after a DWI arrest, it’s crucial to understand that an accusation does not mean you are guilty or are...
Understanding North Carolina’s complex DWI statute
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...
What should I look for when hiring an attorney?
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....
How many drunk drivers continue to claim lives in North Carolina?
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...
How accurate are radar devices?
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...
3 main reasons employees sue small businesses
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...
What makes a DWI charge worse?
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...
How did the Justice Reinvestment Act change probation?
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...
