Carolina Criminal Defense & DUI Lawyer Updates
Fourth of July Celebrations and Cook Outs: What is the History of a Carolina Slaw Dog?
History of North Carolina, Traditions, and Culture
- North Carolina was first settled in 1587
Articles Posted in DWI
Can You Go to Canada with a DUI Conviction?
A DWI conviction in the United States, whether you call it a DUI vs DWI, can have adverse consequences in Canada. 
That may result in preventing access into Canada, as impaired driving may be deemed an offense against the Crown.
That’s a big deal if you’re standing in line at Passport Control, being told you’re being denied entry into the country and have to return to the United States.
What is needed to get a Limited Driving Privilege
What is a Pre-trial Limited Driving Privilege?
If you or a loved one has been charged with DWI or Driving While Impaired in North Carolina and had their license suspended, there may be relief available.
A Pre-Trial Limited Driving Privilege is a type of Court Order that allows someone accused of DWI the opportunity to again drive, subject to a host of conditions and restrictions.
How Long Does It Take to Get Blood Results
How Long Can a Case Be Continued for Lab Reports? How is Blood Evidence Proven in Court? How Long Does It Take to Get Blood Results?
Blood Testing in DWI cases takes time and involves a delicate balance of trial schedules, witness availability, and scientific testing protocols – Bill Powers
What is Chain of Custody?
How To Help Family with Criminal Charges
What Happens if a Family Member is in Jail? What Can Parents Do? How To Help Family with Criminal Charges
Lawyers can help answer questions, provide advice, and give direction – Bill Powers
If Someone Calls and is in Jail, What Should I Do?
DWI Sentencing in North Carolina
DWI Sentencing in North Carolina
- Does NOT fall under traditional Structured Sentencing
- Separate and Distinct sentencing protocols
How to get a Limited Driving Privilege
What is a Pre-Trial Limited Driving Privilege? Am I Eligible to Drive? How to get a Limited Driving Privilege
Under North Carolina Law, and under limited circumstances, the Court may authorize a Pre-Trial Limited Driving Privilege during a period of suspension – Bill Powers
See Sample : Pre-Trial Limited Driving Privilege
Please be careful this Memorial Day
Heads Up: Operation Click-It-or-Ticket. Please be careful this Memorial Day Holiday.
We wish all our friends a safe, healthy, and happy holiday weekend. If you are planning on driving anywhere, heads up: North Carolina is in the middle of a statewide “Click-It-or-Ticket” campaign.
For the safety of you and your loved ones, please be careful this Memorial Day Holiday – Bill Powers
What is the Most Often Cited DWI Evidence
Impaired Driving Testimony. Manifestations of Alcohol Consumption and Proof. What is the Most Often Cited DWI Evidence?
Alcohol breath odor is the most frequently cited observation by US police officers in alcohol related traffic offenses – Southern California Research Institute
- Strength of Odor
Don’t It Make Your Brown Eyes Booze
Does Eye Color Indicate Propensity for Substance Abuse? Are Blue Eyed Humans More Prone to Addiction Issues? Don’t It Make Your Brown Eyes Booze
There are few greater “truths of court” known and accepted within the legal system than:
A substantial amount, if not a majority, of poor decisions that lead to criminal charges are made during periods of impairment – Bill Powers