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Zero tolerance for underage drinking and driving (“Underage DWI”)
Many people in North Carolina are entirely unaware of the State’s harsh law prohibiting the operation of a vehicle after consuming any amount of alcohol by individuals under 21. Under…
Odor of alcohol on a driver’s breath, by itself, not enough to support a DWI conviction
While North Carolina’s DWI statute is quite harsh for drivers in Raleigh and statewide, there is a limit to the State’s ability to prosecute individuals on weak evidence of impairment…
Aiding and Abetting a DWI
One of the most shocking aspects of the North Carolina’s already harsh DWI statute is the provision on aiding and abetting. In North Carolina, you don’t have to be driving…
For a DWI, what does it mean to be “impaired”?
Some states make it a crime to drive a vehicle “under the influence” of an intoxicant (as in a DUI), and in North Carolina it is a crime to drive…
DWI Substance Abuse Assessments and Treatment in NC
If you are convicted of a DWI (driving while impaired) in North Carolina, you will be required to obtain a substance abuse assessment from a local service provider, and complete…
What Are Your Rights During a DWI Traffic Stop and Investigation in North Carolina?
Being stopped by law enforcement can be stressful, especially if the officer begins investigating you for driving while impaired (DWI). Many drivers are unsure what they are legally required to…
