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What if my partner requests a protective order against me?
If you are facing or concerned about a protective order against you in North Carolina, you will want to know whether you can push back, how an order may affect…
The impact of a DWI on a CMV license
The consequences of a DWI charge could negatively impact the jobs of commercial vehicle drivers in North Carolina. Repercussions including revoked driving privileges and costly fines could create career-ending outcomes…
Do Protective Orders Show Up on Background Checks?
A protective order does not appear on a criminal background check in North Carolina because a Domestic Violence Protective Order (DVPO) or 50C is a civil order, not a criminal…
Breaking down the mechanics of breath testing devices
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…
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