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Can I Carry My Gun in My Car in North Carolina?

If you own a firearm, it’s important to be aware of when and where you can legally carry it. While North Carolina gun laws allow for the open carry of a long gun or handgun in an automobile without requiring a permit, the law can be complex when it… Read More
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Categories: Criminal Defense
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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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Categories: DUI/DWI
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Can You Lose Your License for a Speeding Ticket?

North Carolina takes traffic violations very seriously and severe penalties can be imposed if you are found guilty of one. While speeding is one of the most common North Carolina traffic tickets that is issued, it’s also one that can come with the… Read More
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Categories: Traffic Infractions
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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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Categories: DUI/DWI
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Common North Carolina Traffic Tickets

Traffic violations are taken very seriously in North Carolina and can result in serious consequences. Not only might you incur a monetary fine, but some types of tickets can also come with points on your license, increased insurance premiums, license… Read More
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Categories: Traffic Infractions
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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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Categories: DUI/DWI

Mike Reece reappointed as Bar Candidate Committee Chairman, Judicial District 11B

The Chair of the Board of Law Examiners of the State of North Carolina has reappointed Mike Reece as chair of the Bar Candidate Committee for Judicial District 11-B. While often overlooked, the character and fitness interview is a required and necess… Read More
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Categories: Firm News
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Penalties for a North Carolina Speeding Ticket

Speeding violations are taken very seriously in North Carolina and the consequences can be severe. Not only might you be required to pay a substantial monetary fine — but depending upon how many points you have on your license, you can face increas… Read More
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Categories: Traffic Infractions

Mike Reece named as a 2023 Super Lawyer in Criminal Defense

For the second year in a row, Mike Reece has been recognized as a North Carolina Super Lawyer in the field of criminal defense. Super Lawyers recognizes attorneys who are at the top of their fields statewide. Only 5% of North Carolina’s attorneys r… Read More
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Categories: Uncategorized
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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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Categories: DUI/DWI