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
An attorney can help explain the process, determine eligibility, and draft the different forms that are necessary for a Pre-Trial Privilege – Bill Powers
Blood Testing in DWI cases takes time and involves a delicate balance of trial schedules, witness availability, and scientific testing protocols – Bill Powers
Under North Carolina Law, and under limited circumstances, the Court may authorize a Pre-Trial Limited Driving Privilege during a period of suspension – Bill Powers
See Sample : Pre-Trial Limited Driving Privilege
We wish all our friends a safe, healthy, and happy holiday weekend. If you are planning on driving anywhere, heads up: North Carolina is in the middle of a statewide “Click-It-or-Ticket” campaign.
For the safety of you and your loved ones, please be careful this Memorial Day Holiday – Bill Powers
The etymology of the word “felon” is to some extent uncertain. In Latin, fel is thought be associated with gall or poison. Old French defines felon as an evil-doer, scoundrel, traitor, rebel, oath-breaker, and the Devil.
In early English law, a felony could be a crime punishable by death or mutilation and forfeiture of lands and goods.
Alcohol breath odor is the most frequently cited observation by US police officers in alcohol related traffic offenses – Southern California Research Institute
Twenty-seven years behind bars: 9,855 days, 236,520 hours, 14,191,200 minutes locked away in a prison. . .all the while being completely innocent of the charges levied. That’s what happened to Edward McInnis.
He was accused by law enforcement of a heinous crime. The Office of the District Attorney at the time reviewed the evidence and prosecuted. At trial, twelve members of the community found Mr. McInnis Guilty Beyond a Reasonable Doubt. Afterward the Court Entered Judgment, Committing Mr. McInnis to Prison for what was supposed to be the rest of his life.
The consequences for violating Sex Offense Laws in North Carolina are extremely serious – Bill Powers
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