April 6, 2022

North Carolina Impaired Driving Law: Essential FAQ

If you’re facing charges related to impaired driving in Charlotte or surrounding areas like Monroe, Statesville or Gastonia, you likely have numerous questions. As experienced defense attorneys, we’ve compiled this comprehensive FAQ to address common concerns and provide valuable insights about impaired driving cases in North Carolina.

A Note on Terminology: DUI, DWI, and Impaired Driving

Before we dive into specific questions, it’s important to clarify some terminology. In North Carolina, you may hear the terms DUI (Driving Under the Influence), DWI (Driving While Impaired or Driving While Intoxicated), and Impaired Driving used interchangeably.

July 16, 2020

Coronavirus in our Courts

by Carolina Attorneys

Today we received another disturbing email, advising someone who works in the Wake County courthouse in Raleigh is positive for the Coronavirus.

Last week, criminal defense lawyers in Durham madly texted and emailed one another, sharing similar news.

The Clerk of Court in Mecklenburg County recently advised a group of family law attorneys in Charlotte that three clerks are positive and “ten times that amount” have been sent home because of possible exposure.

July 25, 2016

How Do I Clean Up My Criminal Record

by Carolina Attorneys

I Made Some Mistakes in the Past: What Are My Options? How Do I Clean Up My Criminal Record

Sometimes people assume matters automatically drop off a record after the expiration of time
While that may be true in some states, North Carolina has specific rules and policies regarding clearing a record

February 15, 2016

What Happens When I Call a Criminal Defense Lawyer?

by Carolina Attorneys

Attorney Bill Powers answers the Question: What Happens When I Call a Criminal Defense Lawyer?

What Does It Cost?
How Long Will It Take?