by Michelle Sparrow | Jun 10, 2014 | Criminal Law Blog, Drunk Driving
In North Carolina, as required by state law, refusing to submit to a breath test can result in the automatic suspension of a driver’s license. This means that even if a driver is not intoxicated, he or she can still end up having their driver’s license... by Michelle Sparrow | May 24, 2014 | Criminal Law Blog, Drunk Driving
According to the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life,” every time a bell rings, an angel gets his (or her) wings. Nowadays, we have our own version of the adage: Every time a holiday rolls around, the North Carolina State Highway Patrol sets up a DWI... by Michelle Sparrow | Apr 5, 2014 | Criminal Law Blog, Drunk Driving
Parents may tell you that their teenagers either pay no attention to them or do exactly the opposite of what the parents ask them to do. If the results of a recent study are any indication, though, teens may be paying more attention than parents think. Unfortunately,... by Michelle Sparrow | Mar 26, 2014 | Criminal Law Blog, Drunk Driving
North Carolina’s “Booze It & Lose It” campaign over the St. Patrick’s Day weekend landed law enforcement in clover this year. The campaign includes saturated patrols and sobriety checkpoints and involves state and local law enforcement... by Michelle Sparrow | Jan 24, 2014 | Criminal Law Blog, Drunk Driving
Public officials are often held to a higher standard of accountability than other people might be under similar circumstances. Because of their visibility in the community, it can be difficult for them to experience the same treatment others in the same situation...