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Can You "Fix" My DWI

3 things to know if you get cited for a DWI in NC (1) How bad was the blow (2)
Did the cop see you drive (3) Were your Constitutional rights compromised?

Parental Alienation Syndrome: The “Targeted Parent”

Today's article is a guest post by Carolyn J. Woodruff, JD, CPA, CVA. In her post, Carolyn discusses parental alienation syndrome as it relates to a review of the popular book "Divorce Poison", written by Dr. Richard A. Warshak. Estrangement of...

Can you Get Me Out of This DWI

So you got nailed for driving while intoxicated. Well, shame on you. Now you know that you should have used a designated driver, taken a cab, called Uber or Lyft, or had someone pick you up. Too late for that now. It is what it is. So now the question you...

It Just Might Not Be The End of World: Motions for Appropriate Relief

MAR Generally After a Defendant is convicted in a criminal case, they then enter a sentencing phase where the judge will enter a sentence on the record. Oftentimes, defendants feel helpless and feel that they are stuck with an unfair sentence or...

Are people better off hiring a Traffic Ticket Lawyer or doing it themselves?

The following article was authored by Israel B. Garcia, Jr, a Houston TX attorney with 3 locations within the Houston and Bellaire area. More information about Israel can be found on his website http://garcialaw.com/. I was in court the other day...

Prescription Drugs & Drugged Driving: What You Need To Know

Find out what you need to know about drugged driving and why having prescription drugs in your system while driving could lead to an arrest.

The Police Made Me Do It! Entrapment As A Defense

There are several defenses a defendant can argue to explain or attempt to justify his or her criminal actions in an effort to resolve a matter in his or her favor. Some defenses are more useful and prevalent than others. One defense rarely used in NC, although...

Probation Violations

The following article was authored by Cynthia Everson, a Concord NC attorney (pictured above). More information about Cynthia can be found on her website http://eversonlawoffice.net/. Often, unrepresented probationers admit to probation...

Is resisting an officer a crime?

The following article was authored by Cynthia Everson, a Concord NC attorney. More information about Cynthia can be found on her website http://eversonlawoffice.net/. Resisting an officer is a crime in North Carolina that is frequently misunderstood, both by...

Is this search warrant legal?

The following article was authored by Shawndria McCoy, a Raleigh NC attorney. More information about Shawndria can be found on her LinkedIn profile. She can also be contacted at 919-307-5624. The information provided here is only offered as a...

Car Accidents: How Much Money Can I Get from the Other Guy’s Insurance Company?

A few times a week I get calls from folks who have had car accidents. They run the gamut from pretty low speed fender-benders all the way to really bad stuff (with really bad injuries). And though the clients are as different as the accidents...

To Blow, or Not to Blow?

In Alabama, if you refuse to blow, the officer will confiscate your license You will also spend 24 hours in a holding cell.

Pre-Trial Release Conditions in North Carolina

I Missed My Court Date…Now What?

If you missed your court date and failed to show up within 20 days after you were called and failed, a failure to appear (FTA) was entered in your case.

What to expect if you are caught drunk driving in Virginia

Virginia has legal policies in place that are designed to reinforce the notion that if you’re handed a DUI charge, they definitely aren’t fucking around.

In North Carolina, A "Free Pass" Every Three Years

A client came to me the other day and asked me to deal with a speeding ticket she had received in Raleigh NC. She said she'd been to another attorney but wasn't really thrilled with his price (I hear this a lot). She showed me the ticket; 54 mph in a 45 mph zone. I...

What Happens When You Get an OWI in Michigan?

This article explains what you might be facing if charged with an OWI, OWVI, or “super drunk” charge in Michigan.

So, you got yourself a DUI/OUI in Massachusetts, did you?

For first time OUI offenders in Massachusetts, there’s no mandatory time served nor will you have to deal with an ignition interlock device.

Everything You Need to Know About DUIs in Washington

What do you do if you get pulled over for a DUI in Washington state? What are the possible penalties? How can you make the best case for yourself?

Sobriety Test: The One Test You Never Want to Fail

The following article was authored by Elspeth G. Crawford. Elspeth is an attorney at Adkins Law, P.L.L.C. located in Huntersville, NC. Her practice focuses on handling traffic offenses, DWI defense, family law matters, and estate planning. For more...

Common Traffic Tickets in California Explained: Accidents & Insurance

The following article was authored by Scott R Ball (pictured above), a Southern California attorney with offices in Santa Ana, CA. More information about Scott and his firm can be found on his website: www.octicketdefense.com If you’ve been...

How to Beat your DWLR (Driving While License Revoked) Charge

My client was in the local Krispy Kreme donut parlor. See, around here in Raleigh, NC we got ourselves some mighty-fine all-night doughnut joints. Finished with the bar scene and ya wanna sugar/caffeine fix? Well, friend, don't despair. Krispy Kreme is here for you....