If you are wondering whether your driver’s license can be suspended for speeding in North Carolina, the short answer is yes. You may lose your driving privileges if you are convicted of certain speeding offenses, regardless of your driving history. The first way this...
At some point, most people receive a speeding ticket. While it is frustrating, never assume that it’s easiest just to pay it and move on. That could have negative consequences for your future that you haven’t yet considered. There are potential defenses to speeding...
When it comes to traffic violations, one infraction stands out as the most common among drivers: speeding. Speeding tickets are handed out more frequently than any other moving violation countrywide. Roughly 41 million speeding tickets are issued every year in the...
In North Carolina, drivers who break the law might get away with a traffic ticket, but it’s not worth the gamble: others may end up with actual criminal charges that carry severe penalties and besmirch their permanent criminal records. Contact Us! Here, we review what constitutes reckless driving in North Carolina, the associated penalties, and whether someone charged with a…
Anyone who relies on a daily cup (or two) of coffee to get through the morning knows that caffeine is addictive. But is it addictive enough, and does it have the potential for abuse and pose enough negative effects that it should be considered a controlled substance? As of now, caffeine is not regulated as a controlled substance in the…
What Is the Difference Between an Infraction, a Misdemeanor, and a Felony? In North Carolina, criminal offenses can fall into three primary categories: infractions, misdemeanors, and felonies. Each of these categories carries different penalties and charges. The severity of the offense determines which type of charge is filed. Here is a brief overview of each category. What is an Infraction? An…
An Improper Equipment is a non-moving violation in North Carolina which means you are assessed no license or insurance points when your speeding ticket is reduced. An Improper Equipment is a non-moving violation and literally means that your speedometer was not working properly. In most counties, this is the ideal reduction for a speeding ticket because of the status of…