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…
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Almost every person who drives will likely be pulled over at some point. Whether you rolled through a stop sign, went a few miles per hour above the speed limit, or you were stopped for a serious matter like driving while , a traffic stop can be extr…
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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…
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If you were scheduled to be in court and failed to appear, you could face serious consequences. Whether you missed your court date because you were ill, too nervous, or you simply forgot about it, not showing up is considered a crime. Failure to appe…
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No one wants to be pulled over for a traffic infraction on North Carolina’s highways. But unfortunately, it can happen to anyone — and at the time you least expect it. Whether you were speeding just a few miles per hour above the limit, failed to…
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If you find out a warrant has been issued for your arrest, you may be wondering what happens when you turn yourself in to the police. This can be scary and stressful for most people who have been charged with a criminal offense. However, surrendering…
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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…
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On October 14, 2022, Mike Reece attended a continuing legal education seminar at the Hilton Embassy Suites in Wilmington, North Carolina. Given by North Carolina’s Center for Legal Education and Advocacy, this seminar is quickly becoming one of…
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Although North Carolinians have a right to bear arms under both the federal and state constitutions, there are various restrictions that are imposed and permits required to comply with North Carolina gun laws. But there is a considerable amount of co…
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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…
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