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Shady Officer Issues 8 DWIs to Sober Drivers. Still Hireable

Officer Testimony Tossed Drunk driving carries severe penalties, and the punishments can be harsh. But have you ever heard of an officer giving DWIs to sober drivers? Lives can be drastically affected by a DWI charge. The consequences affect more than just the driver. The financial costs to defend against the charge are substantial. [...]

Shady Officer Issues 8 DWIs to Sober Drivers. Still HireableSupport2022-12-19T09:46:42-05:00

Possession of a Firearm and Narcotics by a Felon Leads to Dismissal

Attorney: Preston Edwards Type of Case: Possession of a Firearm by a Felon Case Result: Dismissed County: Guilford County Complex Situation Sometimes doing the right thing has negative personal consequences. For our client this was the case. He had raised a young man as a surrogate son. This young man made some unfortunate decisions [...]

Possession of a Firearm and Narcotics by a Felon Leads to DismissalSupport2023-02-23T16:40:41-05:00

Can Field Sobriety Tests, THC Levels Predict Marijuana Impairment?

Recently, a hot topic of discussion in Criminal Defense Law is how to judge a driver's impairment after consuming marijuana or cannabis. This topic has gained traction as several states throughout the United States have begun to legalize cannabis for recreational and medicinal use. As marijuana is decriminalized, the presence of the odor of marijuana [...]

Can Field Sobriety Tests, THC Levels Predict Marijuana Impairment?Support2023-10-10T11:58:45-04:00

Catalytic Converter Thefts on the Rise in the Triad

Nationwide, catalytic car converters have been stolen at astonishing rates. Thus, Triad area police officers are on the watch for catalytic car converter business transactions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c_rtj6Nrigk What is a catalytic converter? The catalytic converter is located in your exhaust system, between the exhaust manifold and the muffler. To reduce pollution, a catalytic [...]

Catalytic Converter Thefts on the Rise in the TriadSupport2021-10-25T10:13:07-04:00

What is the NC Second Chance Act?

What is the Second Chance Act? The Second Chance Act was signed into law on June 25, 2020. This new law is set to go into effect December 1st, 2020, and expands who may qualify for expungements in North Carolina. What does the NC Second Chance Act do? The Second Chance Act provides [...]

What is the NC Second Chance Act?Support2021-06-25T15:18:55-04:00

Modifying Jail Bond During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Do you have a loved one being held in jail on a bond they cannot afford to pay? Now is the time to file a Motion to Modify the Jail Bond and get them out! Increased COVID-19 Risk for Inmates Inmates of North Carolina county jails face an increased risk of exposure to the COVID-19 [...]

Modifying Jail Bond During the COVID-19 PandemicSupport2021-06-24T15:01:53-04:00

Do I Qualify for an Expungement in NC?

Before petitioning for an expungement, you will need to determine if you qualify for an expungement in North Carolina. With the recent changes to expungement laws, this step can be quite confusing. Below, we answer common questions about the requirements for an expungement in NC. What is an Expungement? In North Carolina, an expungement is [...]

Do I Qualify for an Expungement in NC?Support2021-09-22T15:13:13-04:00

What the NC First Step Act Means For Your Loved Ones

NC First Step Act July 2020 Update On June 26, 2020, Governor Cooper signed the NC First Step Act into law! Learn what the requirements are to qualify in our latest post. NC First Step Act December 2019 Update The NC First Step Act has the potential to positively affect a great number of [...]

What the NC First Step Act Means For Your Loved OnesDummit Fradin Attorneys at Law2022-11-22T12:32:00-05:00

Expungement in NC | 9 Common Questions Answered

In North Carolina, it is possible to get your record cleaned by petitioning the court for an expungement. But the act of getting your record cleaned is a bit more complicated than just petitioning the court. Below we answer 9 common questions regarding expungement in NC. What is an expungement? An expungement is when a [...]

Expungement in NC | 9 Common Questions AnsweredDummit Fradin Attorneys at Law2020-10-12T13:48:00-04:00

Driving privileges revoked? You may need an NC DMV Hearing.

If your driver's license has been suspended or revoked or is about to be revoked or suspended, there are many times opportunities to contest the suspension through an NC DMV hearing. You can also possibly apply for a court-ordered driving privilege. There are three basic steps to getting you driving again: Assess, Fix, Apply! Assess [...]

Driving privileges revoked? You may need an NC DMV Hearing.Dummit Fradin Attorneys at Law2022-11-22T13:24:16-05:00