Can I Be Charged With DUI if My BAC is Below the Legal Limit? One minute you are driving along as usual, and the next you are being pulled over by law enforcement for a traffic violation. Suddenly, it seems as if you are being accused of DWI, driving while…
Can I Refuse Field Sobriety Tests? Driving while impaired (DWI) occurs when a person gets behind the wheel after having consumed alcohol or drugs that impair them. DWI is a serious offense and one that comes with significant penalties if convicted. DWI charges may come after a driver has been…
Why Does the Risk of DWI Increase Around the Holidays? The holidays are wonderful times of fun gatherings with friends, family get-togethers, and office parties. The season gives us plenty of opportunities to celebrate, but along with the festivities comes an increased risk of getting charged with DWI (driving while…
Consequences of DUI Refusal in North Carolina Police officers are focused on public and road safety and are required to enforce the law. If you are pulled over for a traffic violation, the police may want to determine whether you are impaired. The legal limit in North Carolina is 0.08%…
North Carolina Could Lower the Legal Blood Alcohol Limit For Drivers Driving while impaired is a criminal offense. If you are found guilty of DWI, you could face a number of penalties such as fines, jail time, probation, community service, and more. You will also lose your driving privileges for…
Can I Get a DUI if I am Asleep in My Car? Drinking and driving do not mix, and if you are driving after having had a few drinks, you could get pulled over for DUI. Instead of risking a DUI, some people wonder whether it is best to just…
What to Know About Preliminary Breath Tests in North Carolina DUI, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, is a charge that is taken very seriously in North Carolina and elsewhere. When police suspect that a driver is intoxicated, they may want to perform tests to determine impairment. One…
What are the Penalties for DWI in North Carolina? Driving while intoxicated, DWI, can result in criminal charges. In North Carolina, the legal blood alcohol content (BAC) for adults aged 21 and over is 0.08%. There is zero tolerance for alcohol consumption for those under the age of 21. If…
North Carolina Booze it and Lose it Campaign Drinking and driving is the cause of many accidents with injuries and fatalities. North Carolina has put a statewide “Booze It and Lose It” campaign in place to combat potential drunk driving. The campaign is in place this year, and extra efforts…
How Many Drinks are Too Many to Drive? Driving while impaired (DWI) is a serious offense. A driver who is convicted of DWI in North Carolina could face penalties that include suspension of driver’s license, jail time, fines, probation, community service, and a requirement to attend alcohol abuse education or…