Understanding Your Rights After a DWI Charge in North Carolina

If you’ve been charged with a DWI in North Carolina, you need information and options. Here, the experienced attorneys at Browning & Long, PLLC discuss many topics related to drunk driving charges. Learn more about what the charges mean for your personal, professional, and financial future. Gain a more thorough understanding of state law, the legal process, possible consequences, legal options, and more.

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The True Cost of a DWI in Charlotte: What You'll Really Pay Beyond the Fine
A Charlotte DWI defense lawyer breaks down the true cost of a DWI in North Carolina and why a strong defense matters.
Heading Back to UNC Charlotte? The Traffic and DWI Charges That Trip Up College Students
A college student's traffic ticket or DWI in Charlotte can cost more than a fine. Charlotte DWI defense lawyers explain the consequences and how we can help.
Failed Field Sobriety Tests? Your Medical Condition May Be to Blame
If a medical condition impaired your field sobriety test, you may have a DWI defense. Our Mecklenburg County lawyers explain how they can affect test results.
Preparing to Win: Your Mecklenburg County DWI Trial Preparation Plan
Facing a DWI trial in Mecklenburg County? Learn the steps to prepare for your trial from an experienced DWI attorney.
Handcuffs Are Just the Beginning: The Shocking Costs of a Mecklenburg County DWI
From higher insurance rates to lost opportunities, a Mecklenburg County DWI has far-reaching consequences. Our DWI lawyers explain what's really at stake.
What Penalties Do You Face If You’re Charged With DWI Child Endangerment in Charlotte?
Were you charged with DWI with a child passenger in North Carolina? Our Charlotte lawyers explain the severe DWI child endangerment charges you may face.
DWI Ignition Interlock Device Requirements You May Have to Follow If You’re Convicted of DWI in Charlotte
Have you been convicted of DWI? Our Charlotte lawyers explain how the ignition interlock NC law could impact you.
Breathalyzer vs. Blood Tests in DWI Cases: What You Need to Know About Their Accuracy and How to Challenge the Test Results
Learn about the differences between breathalyzer vs. blood tests in DWI cases in Charlotte, including accuracy and potential legal challenges to admissibility.
A Guide to the Consequences and Legal Process for First DWI Offenses in NC
Are you facing your first DWI charge in Charlotte, NC? Learn what legal penalties and court processes to expect and how our DWI lawyers can help.
Top Questions to Ask an Experienced License Restoration or DWI Lawyer in North Carolina: Your Guide to the Right Defense
You must retain an experienced DWI attorney in Charlotte if you've been charged with DWI. Learn the big questions to ask your lawyer before hiring them.
Constitutional Challenges to DWI Charges in Charlotte
You could get your DWI charge dismissed if you prove your rights were violated. Learn your constitutional rights and how the police might overlook them.
How to Get DWI Charges Dismissed in Charlotte
If you were arrested for DWI in NC, you may be able to get the charges dismissed if the police made errors in your case. Learn about some common errors here.

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Our Approach To DWI Cases

WE WILL GET YOU DRIVING AGAIN

Simply being charged with DWI in North Carolina often results in your driver’s license being revoked for a minimum of 30 days. However, we can typically get your driving privileges reinstated almost immediately. We do this by either, first, challenging this civil license revocation, or second, getting you a limited driving privilege.

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WE WILL GATHER EVIDENCE

Whether you realize it or not, a considerable amount of evidence exists regarding your DWI charge, much of which is vital to an effective defense of your case. We will review your court file, subpoena necessary documents, videos, and notes, and file the appropriate pretrial motions in a timely manner.

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WE WILL FIGHT FOR YOU IN COURT

As former prosecutors, we are aware of all the potential defenses that may be available to you. We do not automatically assume you intend to plead guilty and face the harsh consequences associated with a DWI conviction. We pledge we will examine every possible defense and take your case to trial if it is in your best interest.

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WE WILL MITIGATE CONSEQUENCES

While it’s our goal to win every DWI case we have, it’s simply not possible for any attorney to win every time. If you are ultimately convicted of DWI, we will help you take every step possible to reduce the potential penalties, such as avoiding jail time, keeping you driving, reducing monetary costs, and more.

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