by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Jan 17, 2019 | DWI, North Carolina
A driving while impaired (DWI) charge in North Carolina can come after any driver operates a vehicle under the influence of a substance that compromises driving ability, such as drugs or alcohol. The most common reason for a DWI is a blood alcohol concentration (BAC)...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Jan 17, 2019 | DWI, North Carolina
Some states use driving under the influence (DUI) to refer to the crime of drunk driving, while others use driving while impaired (DWI). Still others use both, but each refers to a different type of drunk driving crime. In North Carolina, the law does not...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Jul 16, 2018 | Criminal Defense, North Carolina
The Fourth of July holiday may be officially over, but that has not stopped the sale of fireworks throughout the state. In fact, many people visit fireworks stands to purchase more goods in advance of other summer celebrations and next year’s festivities. This begs an...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Jul 9, 2018 | Criminal Defense, North Carolina
The laws governing self-defense law in North Carolina are complex and can be difficult to understand, but it’s essential to grasp their context. What are the rules governing self-defense and crime in North Carolina? When will a person be criminally liable for the harm...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Jun 11, 2018 | Criminal Defense, DWI, North Carolina
Drunk driving is a serious offense and a risk to many drivers on the road. To discourage impaired driving, drunk driving is punishable by law. North Carolina law dictates that driving while impaired or driving with a blood alcohol content over 0.08% are both illegal...
by Scharff Law Firm Staff | Jun 4, 2018 | Criminal Defense, North Carolina, Traffic Violations
Speeding is a dangerous activity in a motor vehicle, and doing so can lead to traffic accidents and serious injuries. Law enforcement patrol and pull over offending drivers, but they do not rely solely on sight to determine speeding. Traffic radar helps determine how...