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Can I Get a DWI on Marijuana in North Carolina?

Many people believe that you can only get a DWI/DUI for drunk driving. However, an individual who is under the influence of drugs when they are operating a vehicle can also be charged with a crime. Critically, marijuana is also an impairing substance… Read More
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Factors That Can Impact a Person’s BAC

If you’ve been pulled over for Driving While Impaired in North Carolina, the first thing that the officer must do is determine your level of intoxication. This is typically done by conducting field sobriety tests and administering a breath test. Wh… Read More
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What to Do After You Are Charged With a DWI

Being charged with a DWI in North Carolina can impact you in many ways — legally, personally, professionally, and financially. In addition to the criminal consequences that can come with a DWI conviction, the North Carolina Department of Transporta… Read More
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Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and DWI Laws

In North Carolina, those who hold commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) are held to a greater degree of care than other motorists. There are more stringent criteria in place to obtain a CDL — and those who have obtained them are held to a much high… Read More
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Can My DWI Be Expunged?

A DWI in North Carolina can come with harsh penalties and lifelong consequences. Not only might you face jail time and license suspension, but a DWI can also mean a criminal record. In limited circumstances, a criminal record may be expunged — this… Read More
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