by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Jan 30, 2023 | Arrest Process, DWI, Police Tactics, Traffic Violations
You may encounter a police checkpoint while driving in North Carolina. Officers may ask for your driver’s license, registration, and insurance. However, if you’re not careful, you can easily make a mistake that will get you in trouble. This blog post will...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Jan 26, 2023 | DWI, Traffic Violations
If officers stop you after drinking, you may feel panicked and wonder if you’ll pass sobriety tests. Field sobriety tests are voluntary roadside examinations that police officers may ask you to perform if they suspect impaired driving. However, you can legally...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Jan 14, 2023 | DWI
If you’ve been drinking and law enforcement pulls you over, it’s essential to know your rights. In North Carolina, you have the right to refuse a sobriety test, but there are legal consequences. This article will explain when it’s best to take the...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Jan 6, 2023 | DWI
If you’re arrested for impaired driving in North Carolina, you may wonder if your DWI is a misdemeanor or felony. The answer to that question depends on several factors, including how many times you’ve been convicted of DWI and the severity of the offense....
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Dec 20, 2022 | DWI
If you are under 21 years of age and caught with alcohol in North Carolina, you could face some serious penalties. Possessing alcohol can result in fines, community service, and even jail time. Let’s take a closer look at what can happen if you face a penalty...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Dec 14, 2022 | DWI
You may have heard of the SCRAM bracelet before, but what is it, and what does it do? If you face DWI charges in North Carolina, a court may order you to wear this bracelet as a condition of your release or your sentence. The bracelets monitor alcohol consumption by...