3 DWI Defenses in North Carolina — Raleigh DWI Lawyer
When stopped for DWI, blowing into the breathalyzer, or submitting a chemical test, it’s easy to think, “I’m getting a DWI; there’s no way out of this.” However, there are many ways to defend a DWI charge in North Carolina. With the help of an experienced and knowledgeable Raleigh DWI lawyer, such as attorney Dewey […]
Raleigh Criminal Defense Lawyer – The Juvenile Criminal Process in North Carolina (Video)
This is Part 8 of our weekly North Carolina Criminal Defense video blog: “The Juvenile Criminal Process in North Carolina“ Transcript: Typically a juvenile will not be – it’s very rare that they will actually be arrested and taken into what we call secure custody. If it’s a misdemeanor or a relatively low level felony […]
Ignition Interlock Laws in North Carolina — Raleigh DWI Lawyer Dewey Brinkley
Someday in the future, vehicle technology will be so advanced that the vehicle won’t start until it’s sure that the driver is sober (or, self-driving cars may create new inroads into DWI law). Until this future arrives, however, North Carolina drivers charged with DWI will have to settle with ignition interlock devices. In short, ignition […]
Raleigh NC Defense Lawyer – Court Petitions Against Juveniles (Video)
This is Part 7 of our weekly North Carolina Criminal Defense video blog: “Court Petitions Against Juveniles“ Transcript: Once the petition is filed, the juvenile will have a court date. They’re automatically assigned a lawyer here in North Carolina. Typically the Court Counselor’s Office will meet with that parent and that juvenile and after talking to […]
DUI Arrests in North Carolina — Raleigh DWI Defense Attorney Dewey Brinkley
As a Raleigh DWI lawyer, we at the Law Office of Dewey Brinkley have vigorously represented many individuals charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI). As such, our Raleigh law firm tunes into various DWI statistics in North Carolina. For instance, according to data compiled late last year by the CDC and Mothers Against Drunk Driving […]
Raleigh Defense Attorney Answers, “Sentences for Juvenile First-Offenders?” (Video)
This is Part 6 of our weekly North Carolina Criminal Defense video blog: “Sentences for Juvenile First-Offenders?“ Transcript: When juveniles are first in trouble or they’re charged for the first time, often unless it’s a very serious felony such as murder, armed robbery, or rape, unless it’s an extremely serious felony, a juvenile is normally […]
What to Know About North Carolina Domestic Violence Law
In North Carolina, victims of domestic violence are protected by both criminal and civil laws. However, most domestic violence cases in North Carolina are prosecuted through general criminal statutes. The law describes domestic violence as one of several violent acts when committed between people sharing a personal relationship, and individuals convicted of domestic violence could […]
Raleigh Defense Lawyer Answers, “Can a Juvenile Be Tried as an Adult?”
This is Part 5 of our weekly North Carolina Criminal Defense video blog: “Can a Juvenile Be Tried as an Adult?“ Transcript: If a juvenile is charged with first degree murder and probable cause is found in juvenile court for that murder case, it must, by statute, go to adult court. First degree murder where […]
Legal Options for Wake County Residents Charged With Drug Crimes
Charged with a drug crime in Wake County? Depending on a variety of factors, such as the actual drug crimes you were charged with, the circumstances surrounding the alleged offense, and other aggravating and mitigating factors, you could be facing a misdemeanor or a felony, punishable by large fines, incarceration, and other penalties. However, you […]