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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…
Prescription drugs may lead to a DWI
North Carolina has very strict laws in place for dealing with cases of people driving while impaired. For drunk drivers and those who use illicit drugs, the public offers general condemnation of their actions. If someone died or suffered severe injury, the condemnation from the…
Which offenses qualify for expungement in north carolina?
Many states have provisions for the expungement of criminal records, and North Carolina is no exception. The criteria for the removal of certain offenses usually involve misdemeanor charges and certain felonies of a non-violent nature. A charge of $175 must be paid and two notarized…
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…
North Carolina sentencing of misdemeanors and felonies
In North Carolina, there is a range of misdemeanor and felony convictions. According to the North Carolina Courts, the classification of offenses begins at the low end with Class 3 misdemeanors and increases in severity up to Class A felonies. Penalties for misdemeanor vs. felony convictions Misdemeanor…
When your employer accuses you of embezzlement
North Carolina employers are on the lookout for employees who attempt to commit crimes. When suspicions rise to the level of legal accusations and investigations, you may wonder how you can fight the charges. You may only know the term embezzlement from mob movies, that is until…
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