A traffic stop can be a moment filled with uncertainty. It’s natural to feel anxiety when you see flashing blue lights in your rearview mirror. However, understanding your legal rights can transform this nerve-wracking experience. Coupled with some advance preparation, such as having key documents readily available, you can confidently…
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? Do not discuss ANY details over…
Attorney Bill Powers answers the Question: What Happens When I Call a Criminal Defense Lawyer? What Does It Cost? How Long Will It Take? What’s the Worst Case Scenario? I often say: Hold Up. Great Questions. Let’s start from the beginning and work through this – Bill Powers…
Question: “During a Traffic Stop, Do I Have to Consent to Search?” A local North Carolina Police Department recently posted on YouTube a video regarding Traffic Stops: What to Expect as a Motorist. There are some important points to consider: Consent to Search a Vehicle Implies Voluntary Compliance “Consent” is…
Experienced attorneys normally ask a lot of questions because traffic tickets in North Carolina can be complicated – Bill Powers While there are some matters that you may be able to handle yourself, sometimes that just may not be a good idea. What Do Lawyers Want to Know About…
Can someone be charged with manslaughter for speeding? While my child at least feigns general interest in my work as a criminal defense attorney, two recent stories seem to have struck a chord. We have been actively discussing the Oklahoma Homecoming case and it’s complexities. The most recent local…
By Driving a Car in North Carolina, Do You Consent to a Sniff Search? Is a Sniff even a Search? Does the law differ between Vehicles and Persons? Caselaw Summary For North Carolina v. Warren North Carolina Court of Appeals – Publication Date August 4, 2015 Divided…
Charlotte Traffic Law Information How Should I Handle My Traffic Ticket? Should I go to Driving School? What is an PJC? What does Continued Judgment mean? What are Insurance Points? What are Motor Vehicle Points? What is the difference? Should I retain a lawyer? Consider the Following: It Can Get…