Become an Informed and Empowered Defendant in DWI, Traffic, and Criminal Cases
Our DWI, traffic, and criminal blog examines a variety of North Carolina crimes and shares the information you need to effectively fight your charges. The lawyers of Browning & Long, PLLC discuss DWI, reckless driving, speeding, license suspension, misdemeanors, felony charges, and more to help clients gain a comprehensive understanding of their legal situation and possible options.
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Concealed Gun Laws and Crimes in North Carolina You must have a concealed weapon permit to carry a concealed firearm in North Carolina. Here, learn what the penalties are for violating this law. -
Changes to North Carolina’s Expungement Laws On December 1, 2017, significant changes were made to North Carolina’s expungement laws. Will these changes help you expunge your criminal record? -
Steps in a North Carolina DWI Case If you have been arrested for DWI in NC, this may be your first time facing criminal charges. Here, we explain what to expect in your criminal court case. -
Challenging Field Sobriety Tests in a Charlotte DWI Case Did the officer have you take field sobriety tests before arresting you for DWI in North Carolina? Here, learn how to challenge your test results. -
What Not to Do If You Are Arrested Have you been arrested? If so, there are essential things that you do not want to do—whether you are innocent or guilty—that could hurt your criminal defense. -
Defenses to Raise When Charged With Reckless Driving What can you do if you have been charged with reckless driving in North Carolina? You may have defenses that could result in the dismissal of the charges. -
Post-Release Supervision Program in North Carolina How does parole work in North Carolina? Once you serve your minimum sentence, you may be released into the post-release supervision program. -
10 Myths on How to Beat a Breathalyzer Test Many people falsely assume that they can drink and then beat a breathalyzer test. Here, we discuss common myths about tricking the test that do not work. -
Proving "Driving" in a Charlotte DWI Accident Case Proving "driving" under North Carolina DWI law can be difficult for the State. Proving "driving" in a DWI case that involved a car accident, can be even harder. -
Refuse a Preliminary Breath Test for DWI When pulled over for DWI suspicion, you may be asked to submit a preliminary breath test before you've even been arrested. Always refuse this request.