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Hit a Pedestrian When Driving? Why You Need to Stay on the Scene

Charlotte Criminal Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “What are the long term effects of being convicted of a crime?”   Driving a car is a fairly enjoyable activity that most of us do to save time and avoid using crowded public transportation. However, nobody has ever promised that being…

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What are the Penalties for Driving While Your License is Suspended or Revoked in North Carolina?

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Can I represent myself on a traffic ticket?”   You may face harsh penalties and criminal charges if you have been caught driving while your driver’s license is suspended or revoked. However, you could still defend yourself against the criminal charges with…

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What Happens if You Get Pulled Over Without a License in North Carolina?

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Can I represent myself on a traffic ticket?”   Driving without a license is a serious offense in North Carolina. That is why it is vital to contact a criminal defense lawyer if you get pulled over without a license to avoid…

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Should I Fight a Traffic Ticket or Pay it Off in North Carolina?

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Can I represent myself on a traffic ticket?”   If you received a traffic citation in Charlotte or elsewhere in North Carolina, you might wonder whether you should pay off the ticket or fight it in court. While many people think that…

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Are There Any Defenses for Speeding Violations in North Carolina?

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Can I represent myself on a traffic ticket?”   In some situations, you have no choice but to exceed the speed limit. Every car owner has been in this situation at least once in their lifetime. However, how do you explain to…

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Criminal Charges and Penalties for Driving Without a License in North Carolina

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Can I represent myself on a traffic ticket?”   North Carolina law prohibits driving a motor vehicle without a valid driver’s license. Individuals who are caught driving without a license face penalties that may include fines and a jail sentence. Do not…

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Criminal Charges and Penalties for Driving Without a License in North Carolina

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Can I represent myself on a traffic ticket?”   North Carolina law prohibits driving a motor vehicle without a valid driver’s license. Individuals who are caught driving without a license face penalties that may include fines and a jail sentence. Do not…

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What to do if You Missed Your Court Date for a Traffic Citation During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Can I represent myself on a traffic ticket?”   With North Carolina’s court functions frozen by the coronavirus pandemic and Supreme Court Chief Justice Cheri Beasley announcing that local courts would not resume normal functioning for at least “several months,” what happens…

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Hit-and-Run Charges in North Carolina: What are the Defenses?

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “Can I represent myself on a traffic ticket?”   A hit-and-run is a serious offense in North Carolina. Depending on how severe the victim’s injury is, the fleeing driver may be charged with a misdemeanor or felony. The at-fault motorist who fled…

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Your Rights During a Traffic Stop in North Carolina

Charlotte DWI Lawyer Brad Smith answers the question: “What am I obligated to do if I’ve been pulled for Drinking and Driving?”   Most of the time, a person’s only interaction with law enforcement is during a routine traffic stop. It is not unusual to have a cop pull you…

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