Confusion about traffic statutes can lead to people receiving costly citations. Some people intentionally break traffic laws, but others may not fully understand what the law requires. Drivers may believe inaccurate information about the law or may improperly apply...
Reckless driving is a criminal offense in North Carolina -- not a simple traffic infraction. As such, you can’t just pay the ticket online, get points on your license and move on. You will receive a citation requiring a mandatory court appearance, and a conviction can...
Getting a traffic ticket in North Carolina can leave you with a difficult choice. You may wonder whether it makes more sense to pay the ticket and move on or challenge it in court. Many drivers assume that fighting a ticket only wastes time or that paying it is always...
Finding yourself facing charges for racing or reckless driving on a North Carolina road can feel overwhelming, especially if you are not sure exactly what those charges mean. North Carolina law addresses both reckless driving and street racing, and the two do not...
A speeding ticket in North Carolina might feel like a minor inconvenience, but the true cost goes well beyond the fine you pay at the courthouse. If you rely on your license to get to work, those costs can accumulate fast and persist for years. Knowing what is...
Does your employer need to know about a traffic ticket that you received recently? Most of the time, employees are not legally required to report every traffic citation. However, there are important exceptions to this rule. For many office workers and employees who do...
Four-way stops are a common source of driver frustration. The need to completely stop in the absence of other traffic can feel like a waste of time. Additionally, other drivers do not always consistently follow the rules regarding who has the right of way. Police...
A traffic stop can feel tense, but what a driver says during the encounter can influence how the stop unfolds. Officers follow specific procedures during roadside stops, and certain statements can create confusion or raise unnecessary concerns. Knowing what not to say...
Most people assume dealing with a traffic ticket means taking a day off work and walking into a busy courthouse where you stand up, explain yourself and hope the judge is in a good mood. However, it’s not always the case. You may not even need to set foot in the...
What might look like a high-energy meetup between ATV enthusiasts or a few riders showing off can quickly turn into a serious criminal charge in North Carolina. Street takeovers are no longer treated as simple traffic violations. Under state law G.S. 20-141.10,...