by Tim Dugan | Feb 9, 2018 | Criminal Defense, DWI / DUI, Speeding Tickets, Traffic Tickets, Uncategorized
Late last year, NC updated a few laws concerning expunction. What is an expunction? Every time a person is charged with a crime, the information about the charge is stored by the court system. Even if a criminal charge is dismissed, the record of the arrest is still...
by Tim Dugan | Jul 6, 2017 | Drunk Driving, DWI / DUI, Traffic Tickets
Did you know that you may be charged with an “open container” crime if a bottle or can of alcohol is in the “passenger area”? You could potentially be charged, even if you are not drinking alcohol. Additionally, both the driver and passengers in the vehicle can be...
by Tim Dugan | Mar 11, 2017 | Drunk Driving, DWI / DUI, Speeding Tickets, Traffic Tickets
How do I get my suspended license back? Are you in a situation where you’re wondering, “how do I get my license back?” In North Carolina there are several reasons why your license may be suspended or revoked, and each reason has its own method of restoration. To...
by Tim Dugan | Jul 21, 2016 | Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving, DWI / DUI, Speeding Tickets, Traffic Tickets
A common misconception relating to DUI law is that a golf-cart is not a car, and therefore you cannot get a DUI in a golf-cart. This, however, is false. Many beach communities such as Bald Head Island, NC enforce all traffic laws. So what are some best practices for...
by Tim Dugan | Jan 12, 2016 | Criminal Defense, Speeding Tickets, Traffic Tickets
COMMON TRAFFIC TICKET MISCONCEPTIONS There are several common misconceptions when it comes to traffic tickets. How these urban legends begin is unknown, however the result of a misplaced belief will likely result in a hefty fine and points on one’s license. Below are...
