Category Archives: Drunk Driving Offenses
Your diet may lead to a false positive on the breathalyzer
The new year meant a new you, and you set out on a cleaner way of living. Exercise and diet are now a focal point in caring for yourself. While a ketogenic diet is popular, it may have an unintended side effect. If a police officer…
What are the five levels of misdemeanor DWI?
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a very serious crime in North Carolina. There are currently five levels of misdemeanor DWI, with level 1 considered the most serious offense. In the event a person receives three convictions within a seven-year period, a felony DWI charge will be…
Could a disorder lead to your DUI arrest?
Imagine a North Carolina officer pulling you over for a DUI when you have not had anything alcoholic to drink. You may think you can easily get out of it once you have a breath test to show you are not lying when you say…
Can you refuse a Breathalyzer test?
In North Carolina, there is an implied consent law in place. We at The Law Office of Kevin L. Barnett are here to explain the purpose of this law, as well as how it can impact you if you are pulled over and then suspected…
How has ride-sharing availability affected DWI arrests?
You may be one of the thousands of North Carolinians who have taken advantage of ride-sharing services like Lyft and Uber. Their availability and popularity have exploded across the state since 2014. Over that same time period, arrests related to drinking and driving have decreased…
Does receiving a DUI mean I have a drinking problem?
Being caught drinking and driving is a considerable legal issue. In many cases, the person convicted of a DUI also experiences abuse or addiction problems, which is often linked to run-ins with the law. Very Well Mind explains some of the processes put in place to determine…
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