Carolina Criminal & DUI Lawyer Blog
Well. . .How Did I Get Here?
by Bill Powers
Taken from June 20, 2016 President’s Gala speech, Wilmington, N.C.
Articles Posted in DWI
Can I Help a Friend in Jail
Posting Bond – Bail – Can I Help My Friend Get Out of Jail?
- What is Pre-Trial Release?
- How Is Bond Set?
What Happens to Insurance with Tickets
Can My Insurance Company Raise My Rates? What Happens to Insurance with Tickets? If I get a Traffic Violation for going over the Speed Limit do I Need to Appear in Court?
Traffic Tickets, Motor Vehicle, and Insurance Points can be quite complicated. It doesn’t hurt to consult with a lawyer – Bill Powers
What are Insurance Points?
Can You Get a Limited Privilege
Can You Get a Limited Privilege? Are You Eligible? Did You Have a Valid License? Are There Options?
Obtaining a Pre-Trial Limited Privilege requires careful consideration of the record, prior history, and factual basis of a case. One should not assume it is automatic or guaranteed – Bill Powers
Are You Eligible? Important Questions to Consider:
What is the History of a Carolina Slaw Dog?
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
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 documents are needed for a Pre-trial Limited Driving Privilege? What is a DL-123 form?
An attorney can help explain the process, determine eligibility, and draft the different forms that are necessary for a Pre-Trial Privilege – Bill Powers
What is a Pre-trial Limited Driving Privilege?
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