J. Bradley Smith of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “What happens if I am convicted of a DUI or DWI in Charlotte North Carolina?” The Kansas Supreme Court issued a decisive and important ruling late last month concerning the state’s implied consent law. Implied consent laws, for…
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Ignition Interlock Devices In North Carolina
Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers callers’ questions during a 30 minute radio interview with the Legal Forum. Recorded in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County North Carolina. Most people have heard of ignition interlock devices before. People are vaguely familiar with the idea that a device is attached to your car…
Court Tackles Implied Consent Law
Charlotte DWI and Criminal Defense Attorney J. Bradley Smith of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “Can the police search my car without a warrant?” The Minnesota Court of Appeals recently issued a long-awaited opinion concerning the constitutionality of the state’s implied consent law. The Appeals Court affirmed…
Civil Suit Looms for Wealthy Raleigh Couple Found Not Guilty of Aiding Underage Drinking at Wedding
Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “What should I do if I have been pulled over and I have been drinking ?” As the Kerrick trial dominates the Charlotte headlines, a different trial attracted the attention of Raleigh residents last week. On…
Say ‘No’ to alcohol breath test? Prepare to have your blood drawn
Charlotte DWI and Criminal Defense Attorney J. Bradley Smith of Arnold & Smith, PLLC answers the question “Are breath test results always accurate?” You thought it was July 4th weekend? You’re right, but it’s also “No Refusal Weekend” in Eugene, Oregon. Local and state police in Eugene plan to have…
North Carolina Drunk Drivers Target Of Joint Law Enforcement Efforts
Attorney J. Bradley Smith answering the question: “Should I ever plead guilty to a charge?” Law enforcement officials across the State of North Carolina have agreed to join forces yet again to combat drunk driving. This year marks the fourth anniversary of State Highway Patrol officers working in conjunction…
Can You Be Arrested For Drunk Driving In North Carolina Without Actually Driving A Car?
Attorney J. Bradley Smith answering the question: “What happens if I am convicted of a DUI or DWI in North Carolina?” Though it may sound crazy, it is actually possible for people to be arrested and charged with drunk driving in North Carolina without being found driving a vehicle.…
North Carolina Man Charged For Deadly DUI
Attorney J. Bradley Smith answering the question: “What should I do if I have been pulled over and I have been drinking?” A man from Gaston County, NC was arrested this week and now stands accused of drunk driving in an accident that took place earlier this year and…
North Carolina Man Arrested After Drunk Driving Stop Turns Violent
Attorney J. Bradley Smith answering the question: “What happens if I am convicted of a DUI or DWI in North Carolina?” One drunk driver from Lincoln County, North Carolina is facing some serious criminal charges this week after police say he dragged an officer nearly 40 feet and later…
Underage Drinkers In North Carolina Face Stiff Penalties
Attorney J. Bradley Smith answering the question: “What happens if I am convicted of a DUI or DWI in North Carolina?” In light of pop star Justin Bieber’s recent arrest for drunk driving in Miami, many have begun paying closer attention to local laws concerning underage drinking and driving.…