by Michelle Sparrow | Feb 21, 2012 | Criminal Law Blog, Drunk Driving
A North Carolina State junior civil engineering major faces drunk driving charges after a serious car accident this weekend left another student in critical condition. Authorities say that the accident happened on campus on Dan Allen drive. It appears that the junior... by Michelle Sparrow | Jan 21, 2012 | Criminal Law Blog, Drunk Driving
We have been discussing the different approaches states have taken to the use of ignition interlock devices. The devices are meant to keep drivers convicted of DWI from becoming repeat offenders. As we said, some states mandate interlocks for every person with a DWI,... by Michelle Sparrow | Jan 20, 2012 | Criminal Law Blog, Drunk Driving
States have adopted different laws around ignition interlock devices. Some states require every person convicted of drunk driving to install one — even first-time offenders. Other states, like North Carolina, require interlocks for more serious offenders. Here,... by Michelle Sparrow | Jan 14, 2012 | Criminal Law Blog, Drunk Driving
When the North Carolina General Assembly adjourned last summer, a handful of bills concerning ignition interlock devices were pending, and they may or may not be picked up when legislators reconvene next month. Until a stricter interlock law passes, the state will... by Michelle Sparrow | Dec 9, 2011 | Criminal Defense, Criminal Law Blog
We are continuing a brief rundown of new laws that went into effect on Dec. 1. As we mentioned in our last two posts, the laws cover a lot of ground. North Carolina now has stiffer penalties for DWI repeat offenders and allows the court to expunge the criminal records...