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Investigation Finds Poor Conditions in Mecklenburg County Jails

Investigation Finds Poor Conditions in Mecklenburg County Jails Nobody enjoys the experience of spending time in jail. When you are incarcerated, you do not expect to be treated like you are in a fancy hotel. But you also do not expect to be treated poorly or inhumanely. A recent investigation…

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Hit and Run Laws in North Carolina

Hit and Run Laws in North Carolina Vehicle accidents are common occurrences. Most accidents involve minor fender benders, although some result in serious injuries and damages. Whenever a driver is involved in a traffic accident, they must follow the law. A person who fails to stay on the scene of…

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Defending Against Hit-and-Run Charges

Defending Against Hit-and-Run Charges If you are involved in an accident in North Carolina, you must remain at the scene. If you leave the scene, it is considered a crime, and you could be charged with hit and run. Hit-and-run charges are serious, and you could face penalties that include…

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How Can I Get My Driving Privileges Back After a DWI?

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Do I have to perform the field sobriety tests when I’m pulled over for DWI in NC?” Driving while impaired, DWI, is a serious charge. If you are convicted, you will have some penalties, including the loss of your driving privileges for…

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How Can I Restore My Driving Privileges After a DWI?

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Why is it important to hire a DWI lawyer quickly after being charged with a DWI?”   Driving while impaired is a charge that law enforcement takes very seriously. Arrest data shows that there were almost 28,000 DWI arrests in North Carolina…

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What are Field Sobriety Tests?

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Do I have to perform the field sobriety tests when I’m pulled over for DWI in NC?”   When you get pulled over by the police, they may wonder whether you have been drinking. Law enforcement may ask you to perform some…

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Will I be Required to Install an Ignition Interlock Device After a DWI Conviction in North Carolina?

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Are breath test results always accurate?”   A driving while impaired (DWI) conviction carries harsh penalties and lasting consequences. One of the penalties is the suspension of a driver’s license. When your driver’s license is suspended, you need to have an ignition…

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