Driving with an open container and driving while inebriated are two different offenses. However, driving with an open container can lead to a DUI charge or, in some cases, make the penalties even worse. What are North Carolina’s open container laws? In North...
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CRIMINAL LAW – Drunk Driving
How to reduce the risk of drunk driving charges after a night out
After a night out, getting home can be a dilemma for those who drank anything alcoholic. Drunk driving charges are serious, especially in North Carolina, where the consequences can be severe. Fortunately, there are proactive steps you can take to reduce the risk of...
Driving on medication? Look out for an unexpected DUI charge
Taking your usual meds before driving might seem harmless, but it may lead to unexpected legal trouble. This is because North Carolina law treats driving under the influence of certain medications as seriously as drunk driving. Unfortunately, many common prescriptions...
Can you say no to a field sobriety test in North Carolina?
Picture this: red and blue lights flash in your rearview mirror. The officer suspects that you have been drinking. The image is enough to get anyone's heart racing. Now what? Many drivers fear the outcome of a field sobriety test. However, knowing your options can...
Had a few drinks on a night out? Here are some ways to avoid drunk driving charges
After a night out, it may be tempting to pick up the keys and drive home. However, it is crucial to understand someone could face severe legal ramifications and consequences to their personal life and career for driving while under the influence (DWI). North Carolina...
Building the most adequate criminal defense against DUI charges
The aftermath of being arrested and charged for driving while intoxicated (DWI) can be one of the most frightening times anyone will ever experience. Potential penalties ranging from the loss of driving privileges to substantial fines and serving time in jail may...
Soccer star arrested on drunk driving charges
Driving while intoxicated is not only illegal in North Carolina, but it is also very dangerous. Being arrested and accused of drunk driving is nothing to take lightly. Even if the accusations prove to be untrue, the humiliation of being arrested and charged is enough...
Deputies arrest man on suspicion of DUI
Most people know that getting behind the wheel while under the influence of alcohol is dangerous and illegal. Yet far too many people in North Carolina throw caution to the wind and choose to drive while intoxicated. To keep roads safe, police forces in North Carolina...
Rollover crash leads to DUI arrest
Drunk driving is one of the most reckless and dangerous things a person can do. Yet, those who consume alcohol regularly may not be aware when they’ve had too much and may think they are fine to get behind the wheel. Being pulled over and arrested on suspicion of DUI...
NASCAR driver arrested on suspicion of impaired driving
Stopping at a restaurant for happy hour or having a few drinks at a family gathering are common social activities. When an individual drinks alcohol regularly, it may be difficult to gauge one’s blood alcohol levels. However, if a driver is pulled over by law...