Posts Tagged ‘DUI’
Research Shows Fewer Raleigh DWI Charges Are Dismissed
WNCN news recently dug into the number of DWI charges throughout North Carolina and they were surprised to find that there were vast differences in the number of cases each district is dismissing. On average, 21% of drunk-driving charges in the state are thrown out for one reason or another. However, in Granville, Harnett, Lee…
Read MoreHow to Avoid a Drunk Driving Accident
Even if you never choose to drink and drive, you might be the victim of a drunk driving accident. In 2011, the FBI reported that 1,215,077 drivers were arrested for impaired driving. It might seem impossible to avoid another driver or control the actions of others. However, there are a few things that you can…
Read MoreNorth Carolina DWI Laws
Driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs is prohibited throughout the United States. However, each state sets its own regulations as far as what the legal limit is and what the penalties are for each offense. While drinking and driving is always discouraged, it is important to know the local laws. Avoid a DWI…
Read MoreDrunk Driving Accidents and Underage Drinking
Drunk driving is a serious concern for residents of North Carolina, as well as the rest of the United States. The issue is not just with those who are legally able to drink and choose to drive when intoxicated. The number of underage children involved has prompted the state to launch a campaign called Talk…
Read MoreDrunk Driving Accident Victims: Seeking Legal Advice
Although drunk driving awareness campaigns have put the risks at the forefront of public knowledge, it is still a common problem in North Carolina and throughout the United States. The state regularly holds campaigns and sets up checkpoints in an attempt to catch violators and discourage others. The most recent “Booze It & Lose It”…
Read MoreTips for Getting Through Sobriety Checkpoints
Cities like Raleigh, North Carolina set up sobriety checkpoints along the highways and at major traffic centers to catch individuals driving under the influence of alcohol. Police officers rotate the locations weekly in an attempt to discourage drinking and driving and will stop drivers in a pattern. If stopped, you are required to take a…
Read MoreDWI Enforcement During Peak Holiday Travel Times
The holiday season stretches from Halloween to New Year’s Eve. There are plenty of opportunities over these three months to celebrate with cross-country trips to visit family and gatherings with friends for every occasion. A season of partying can easily lead to too much of a good thing and the result can be a DWI…
Read MoreN.C 4th of July DWI Enforcement
This 4th of July holiday, as families and friends gather to celebrate the nation’s independence with food, drink, and festivities, North Carolina law enforcement officials will be out in full force across the state actively working to catch drunk drivers and buzzed drivers with sobriety checkpoints. Generally, law enforcement officials begin special campaigns that target…
Read MoreFinding the right DWI attorney in Raleigh
The North Carolina Department of Transportation estimates 38 percent of fatal accidents involve individuals driving while impaired (DWI). Laws in North Carolina are designed to penalize and deter individuals from picking up the car keys after a couple of drinks. If you did pick up those keys and ended up with a DWI charge, lawyers…
Read MoreYour Rights When Facing Drunk Driving Charges
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that 32 people die each day in alcohol-related vehicle collisions. Of drivers with a blood alcohol content (BAC) over the legal limit of .08 percent, younger drivers between ages 21 and 24 are more likely to become fatalities. Of motorcycle drivers involved in fatal crashes, 30…
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