North Carolina DWI/DUI Defense Lawyers
Driving While Impaired & Driver License Issues
For most people accused of drunk driving (known in North Carolina as driving while impaired or "DWI") this is the most serious criminal charge they will ever face, with potentially harsh and long-lasting consequences. Our lawyers recognize this and will search for every possible angle to defend you. DWI/DUI Defense.
In North Carolina, DWI is a misdemeanor offense punishable by jail time, substantial fines, community service and mandatory alcohol treatment. Every conviction results in suspension of your driver's license, from a minimum of one year to permanent revocation. One of the biggest financial penalties hits when your auto insurance premiums increase.
While North Carolina laws and trial courts have become increasingly tougher on DWI defendants in recent years, it is still sometimes possible to avoid a conviction. At the Knox Law Center, we continue to win a number of our DWI cases. We provide a free initial consultation to learn about your case and give you a realistic evaluation of your options.
Defenses in DWI cases
DWI is not a simple area of the law in North Carolina. Who you hire as your lawyer makes a difference.
The Constitution is your shield against overreaching police conduct. If your initial stop or your arrest are not supported by legally sufficient grounds, all evidence collected after the illegal seizure can be suppressed. Field sobriety tests, roadside alcosensor tests and Intoxilyzer test results can also be avoided if they were improperly administered.
Due to the unusual post-arrest procedure in Mecklenburg County, the finding of probable cause by the magistrate and jail delays in release processing can also be challenged. We have won cases for something as simple as the lack of a notary seal and other technical errors. You need a lawyer on your side that knows what to look for when investigating your case.
Free attorney consultation
To talk to a lawyer about your drunk driving arrest, please call 704-315-2363 or 866-704-9059 (Toll free) in Charlotte, 704-896-0199 in Cornelius and 704-827-6667 in Denver, or fill out our simple contact form on this Web site. We serve clients throughout Mecklenburg County and Lincoln County, North Carolina.
Learn more about North Carolina DWI laws
North Carolina Laws Tough on DWI
Unconstitutional DWI Law Corrected After Two Years
Recent Court Decision Expands Grounds for Vehicle Stops
New DWI Law Makes Sweeping Changes to District Court Procedure
