Protective orders in North Carolina, including Domestic Violence Protective Orders and 50Cs, do not appear on criminal background checks because they are not criminal convictions. Court proceedings and petitions are…
Breaking down the mechanics of breath testing devices is crucial when understanding the reliability of DUI evidence. Past posts on this blog touched upon the notion of challenging the results…
In North Carolina, driving while intoxicated (DWI) is taken very seriously. According to the North Carolina Department of Public Safety, there are a wide range of penalties you may face…
North Carolina law requires that, upon your DWI conviction, you enter an education or treatment program of some kind. The first step in this process is an assessment by a…
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