Blog Posts in alcohol

Trick question: In North Carolina, what is the legal limit for alcohol consumption? If you guessed .08, you’re correct. Now, what is the legal limit for those under the age of 21? Unless you guessed ...

Our country is facing a drug crisis and the State of North Carolina is not immune to its effects. Opioids, otherwise known as narcotics, are a family of dangerous drugs that are commonly used, and ...

If you’ve been charged with a crime under North Carolina law, you are entitled to a “first appearance:” a proceeding before a judge in which the court reviews your charges. Not to be confused with an ...

A conviction for driving while impaired (DWI) in North Carolina comes with many consequences. You probably already know that a DWI conviction can result in a loss of your driver’s license for a year ...

To start the process, you will need to file a petition in the Wake County Courthouse or where your charge originated. Keep in mind that when you look for the applicable form to file, there will be ...

If you’re facing more than one DWI charge, your defense will be much more complicated. North Carolina law provides little leeway for those with more than one DWI charge, so it is advisable to engage a ...