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Challenging Field Sobriety Tests

If you’ve been pulled over by law enforcement on suspicion that you were operating your vehicle under the influence of alcohol, you may be asked to perform field sobriety tests. However, these tests are not based on science — they are dependent o… Read More
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Categories: DUI/DWI
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Ignition Interlock Device (IID) Laws in North Carolina

For certain DWI offenses in North Carolina, an individual may be required to install an ignition interlock device in their vehicle. Also referred to as an “IID,” this is a breath testing device that is installed in a vehicle to ensure you aren’… Read More
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Are DWI Checkpoints Legal in North Carolina?

Drinking and driving can come with serious consequences, including substantial fines, jail time, and suspension or revocation of your license. Importantly, if you reside in North Carolina or are traveling through the state, you should be aware that D… Read More
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Common DWI Defense Strategies

Being arrested for a DWI in North Carolina, can be stressful and overwhelming — you could face license revocation, fines, and jail time. But it’s important to understand that a charge doesn’t always mean a conviction. There are a number of DWI… Read More
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Limited Driving Privileges After a DWI

Drunk driving is taken very seriously in North Carolina. Not only can a conviction come with steep fines and jail time, but you may also lose your driver’s license. In fact, if you’ve been pulled over for a DWI, your driving privileges can be sus… Read More
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A Guide to DWI Sentencing in North Carolina

Driving while impaired is a crime that is taken very seriously in North Carolina. While a conviction can result in severe penalties, it’s important to understand that not all charges are the same. There are a number of factors that can increase the… Read More
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What Happens if You Refuse a Breathalyzer Test?

In the event you have been pulled over by law enforcement on the suspicion you were driving under the influence of alcohol, you will likely be asked to take a breathalyzer test. If you refuse to take the test, the police won’t have evidence of your… Read More
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Mike Reece attends DWI CLE

On February 10, 2023, Mike Reece attended Collateral Damage: Assessing & Mitigating the Far Reaching Consequences of a DWI. This six hour virtual seminar was presented by the North Carolina Advocates for Justice. Topics included the effects of a… Read More
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What is North Carolina’s Open Container Law for Motor Vehicles?

It is common knowledge that driving while intoxicated by alcohol or drugs is against the law. But many people are not aware that not only is it illegal to drive drunk — it is a violation of the law to transport an open container of an alcoholic bev… Read More
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What to Know About Your Child’s Underage Drinking Ticket

North Carolina has a zero-tolerance policy regarding underage drinking. Not only is it illegal for anyone under the age of 21 to consume alcohol — but it is also against the law for a minor to possess or purchase it. If your child received an under… Read More
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Categories: DUI/DWI