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1 Answer | Asked in Collections and DUI / DWI for North Carolina on
Q: i got a dui 17 yrs ago never paid fine got a call from collections can they suspend my dl now
Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Dec 5, 2017

Are you sure your license isn't currently suspended? The DMV usually suspends for failure to comply with court-ordered fines, or for failure to be reinstated from your DWI conviction (which would include the county you were convicted in confirming to DMV that you had paid all ordered fines).

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI, Civil Rights and Libel & Slander for North Carolina on
Q: Having something removed from record?

How do i go about having a dui charge from 2008 removed from record, background check? And also a charge that Im not sure if its on my record or not, but child neglect/abuse that i was never convicted of through court, but had to sign a paper for department of social services when me and my child... View More

Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Dec 5, 2017

You cannot expunge a DWI conviction from your NC criminal record. You used to be able to, but the expungement law was changed as of December 1, 2015. Hopefully, the legislature will revisit the law and revise it one day.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for North Carolina on
Q: I got a dui in 2012 and I am still having a hard time finding a job in my field.Any options other than wait 10 years?

I have not been in anymore trouble since this

Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Dec 5, 2017

As of December 1, 2015, DWI convictions are no longer able to be expunged under NC law. Hopefully the legislature revisits this, and revises the law, but until that day, you will not be able to expunge your DWI at all.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for North Carolina on
Q: I WAS PULLED OVER FOR A DUI, GOT A LAWYER TO GET IT DROPPED DOWN TO IMPROPER EQUIP DOES IT STILL SHOW UP AS A DUI
Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Dec 5, 2017

You got your DWI dropped down to Improper Equipment?!

If this is indeed the case, this is a new one...as a general rule, reductions are what show up on your driving record and public/criminal record.

I would also suggest going to buy a Powerball ticket, because if you really did...
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1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI and Immigration Law for North Carolina on
Q: my boyfriend in ice hold will he still be able to post bail ? Im a U.S. citizen what if we get married

We have kids together could that stop the deportation

Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Dec 5, 2017

Getting married will not stop the ICE hold and deportation proceedings.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for North Carolina on
Q: I received a parking ticket for parking in a no parking anytime spot. There is no license plate on the car.

The officer didn't fill in the license number or license expiration since there is no license on the car. I'm not ever going to drive it again. Do I have to pay the ticket? I'm also going to be selling the car soon, but I would like to know if I had to pay it if I kept the car and... View More

Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Dec 5, 2017

I guess that's going to depend on what kind of information the officer recorded on your parking ticket.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Traffic Tickets for North Carolina on
Q: I was involved in a car accident where my brakes failed. I was given a citation for failure to stop.

My car was totaled and no longer drive-able, I was told if I could produce a document from my car insurance saying they paid damages for the other car, I might be able to get out of this, is that a possibility?

Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Dec 5, 2017

Yes, that's possible. Contact your insurance company and ask them for a letter stating that they are taking financial responsibility for the property damage. The State will likely dismiss the case against you once you produce that letter at your court date.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for North Carolina on
Q: Ticket going 84 in a 65 in North Carolina and have to appear in court. What are the consequences of this? First offense.

This is my first traffic offense so what can I expect to happen in terms of fines and consequences? What are the best actions to take? I am 18 years old and in college.

Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Nov 27, 2017

The best action you can take is to hire an experienced traffic attorney in the county where you were charged to handle this for you. If you've never had a ticket before, you should be able to get a great result that won't result in your car insurance rates going up.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for North Carolina on
Q: If I rec'd a ticket for a fender bender should I fight it or pay it Will I have success winning if it's my 1st accident
Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Nov 27, 2017

You should be able to get a letter from your insurance company to state that they are taking financial responsibility, and should be able to get the case dismissed.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for North Carolina on
Q: I have a misdemeanor, carrying a concealed in 2012. The charges are in Bolivia, NC. I wanted to get my record expunged.

I would like to find out the process to get my record expunged after the new law for expungement starts. Also do I have to hire a lawyer from the county the charge occurred?

Thanks, Heather

Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Nov 27, 2017

It is recommended to contact an attorney in the county where you were charged, but it is not mandatory. This is because that attorney would have to file your expungement at the clerk's office in the county where you were charged. It also isn't clear from your question if you were... View More

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for North Carolina on
Q: I got a DWI in January 2010 in NC, does the BAC limit go back up to .08 or will it always be .04 for me?
Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Nov 22, 2017

Do you have more than one prior DWI?

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Juvenile Law for North Carolina on
Q: I was charged as a minor but convicted as an adult. Is there anyway, besides expungement, to get those charges removed?

When I was 16 I got into a lot of trouble. The court system waited until I was an adult to fully convict me of a misdemeanor marijuana possession (1/2 > 1 & 1/2 oz) and now it's causing damage to my adult life. Is there any way to put these charges onto my juvenile record so that they... View More

Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Nov 22, 2017

There is no other way in NC to remove charges from your criminal record other than expungement. $4000 is a lot for an expungement of this type. I would keep calling around for quotes.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Communications Law for North Carolina on
Q: Can i have someone in another state arrested for communicating threats?
Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Nov 22, 2017

Yes, you can.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for North Carolina on
Q: charged with hit and run in Nov1994. $200.00 prop damage. no one else involved just me. can this be expunged?

The court house in the county this happened told my VA rep I can have it expunged. Sent me all the paperwork, does this sound fishy? other than this my driving record and criminal record are clean.

Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Nov 22, 2017

Sounds like they sent you the expungement forms. Not fishy. You will also need to order a copy of your criminal record from that county. If you were convicted, you will also need some affidavits from others not related to you to testify as to your good moral character, and an affidavit from... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Criminal Law for North Carolina on
Q: If you and another person has to take papers out on someone for unauthorized use of MV.

Does the other person have to be there to drop the charges on the individual?

Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Nov 22, 2017

Sounds like you sought out a private warrant against someone else. Generally, once you do that, it's no longer up to you to "drop" the charges against that person: it is within the discretion of the District Attorney's Office if they will dismiss the case.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for North Carolina on
Q: My dwi case was dismissed by a judge on September 11th 2017. online court calendar says I have a court date next month.

Is the online calendar wrong do they take their time updating it. I haven't heard anything from my lawyer.

Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Nov 22, 2017

Contact your attorney.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for North Carolina on
Q: Had 2 dui's in 2007 and 2006. I did everything I needed to do and no charges since. I have not had a licence since.

What do i have to do at this point to get my licence back. I living in nc.

Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Nov 22, 2017

If you've completed ALL of the obligations you were sentenced to in both 2006 and 2007 (meaning: you obtained a DWI assessment for BOTH cases, completed ALL recommended treatment, completed all ordered community service, paid ALL ordered fines and court costs), you will have to pay NC DMV a... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for North Carolina on
Q: I need a Lawery as I have a ticket

I'm try get reduce too Lester charge can you help

Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Nov 22, 2017

Contact a local attorney in the county where you were charged; I'm sure you'll find a competitively priced solution.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for North Carolina on
Q: G. S. 20-154 does this carry points
Kristen Dewar
Kristen Dewar
answered on Nov 22, 2017

Yes, violation of sections under N.C.G.S. §20-154 are moving violations, so both driver's license and insurance points are applicable.

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