On behalf of The Law Office of Michael D. Cleaves, PLLC | Mar 25, 2020 | traffic violations
If you have been charged with a DUI in North Carolina, you may be court-ordered to have an ignition interlock device installed in your vehicle. In some states, all DUI offenders, including first-time offenders, must have an interlock device installed. In North...
On behalf of The Law Office of Michael D. Cleaves, PLLC | Feb 18, 2020 | traffic violations
When you got your driver’s license, you probably learned about North Carolina’s traffic laws and the points system that may cause you to lose your license temporarily after accumulating a certain number of points for traffic violations. However, it is also...
On behalf of The Law Office of Michael D. Cleaves, PLLC | Nov 25, 2019 | traffic violations
With the exception of Utah, which will undergo a change going into 2020, all states have set a blood alcohol content (BAC) limit of 0.08%. This includes North Carolina. Many people feel this is too low. According to Fox News, scientific researchers say the BAC limit...
On behalf of The Law Office of Michael D. Cleaves, PLLC | Aug 19, 2019 | traffic violations
Driving while impaired is a misdemeanor crime in North Carolina. The court divides DWI charges into five levels based on the factors involved in the crime. Mitigating factors are positive, such as a good driving record. Aggravating factors are negative, such as DWI...
On behalf of The Law Office of Michael D. Cleaves, PLLC | Aug 16, 2019 | traffic violations
Even if you have done nothing wrong, an encounter with the police can be stressful. Your stress may increase if you believe that the officer may be profiling you on the basis of your race or ethnicity. In a situation such as this, it is important to stay calm...
On behalf of The Law Office of Michael D. Cleaves, PLLC | Aug 14, 2019 | traffic violations
While some North Carolina traffic violations can just be a nuisance, others can lead to excessive fines, points on your license and even tense situations that lead to danger. No matter what you are being pulled over for, it is important that you know how to handle a...
On behalf of The Law Office of Michael D. Cleaves, PLLC | Aug 9, 2019 | traffic violations
Accumulating multiple traffic violations in North Carolina can lead to a suspended license if you gather too many. This is why you should be aware of ways to reduce the number of traffic offenses on your record by seeking a dismissal of a pending traffic charge. One...
On behalf of The Law Office of Michael D. Cleaves, PLLC | Aug 9, 2019 | traffic violations
A charge of driving while intoxicated is already a serious matter. However, DWI offenses can be made even worse by other factors that took place before or at the time of the DWI arrest. Depending on the severity of the sentence handed down by the court, a North...
On behalf of The Law Office of Michael D. Cleaves, PLLC | Aug 5, 2019 | traffic violations
The North Carolina legislature has tried many things to help reduce the number of drunk drivers on the road and especially to help prevent drunk driving accidents. One way the state works to help elevate this issue is through DWI treatment courts. According to the...
On behalf of The Law Office of Michael D. Cleaves, PLLC | Apr 2, 2019 | Firm News, traffic violations
Any North Carolina driver who has gotten a speeding ticket or other moving violation knows that it can be a costly hassle to deal with. Speeding and other traffic violations are recorded on drivers’ records and can lead to the accumulation of points on...
