If you are caught speeding or racing on a North Carolina road, you may be given a reckless driving ticket. The same may be true if you attempt to elude a police officer or otherwise operate a vehicle in a blatantly unsafe manner. However, you do have the right to...
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Driver suspected of violating traffic laws in accident
The traffic laws that drivers must adhere to can vary from state to state. The majority of states have laws against distracted driving, and it is commonplace for laws to exist that require drivers to move over if emergency vehicles are stopped in a lane or on the side...
Citations, charges for traffic violations stem from chase
Though many drivers do not think twice about going slightly over the speed limit, there is always a chance that an officer may see that action and conduct a traffic stop. Tickets for speeding are not uncommon, but if a driver attempts to avoid getting a ticket by...
Why is drowsy driving so common?
In North Carolina, drivers sometimes engage in dangerous behaviors. Texting and driving is a common one for media to discuss. Drinking and driving is a risky behavior with years of campaigns against it. But drowsy driving is not discussed as often. Today, we will...
What will happen in traffic court?
If a police officer pulls you over and gives you a ticket or you otherwise receive a traffic citation, you might need to appear in traffic court. If this is your first time attending traffic court, you may wonder what to expect. Some people just want to get a traffic...
Is this reckless driving?
In North Carolina, reckless driving can get a person into some serious trouble. This is an umbrella term used to define a group of actions and behaviors. Do you know what these behaviors and actions are? Today we will take a look into the answer. Reckless driving is...
Should I pay my ticket or go to court?
When you get a ticket for speeding in North Carolina, you have two options for how to deal with it. You can pay the amount due listed on the ticket directly to the court and resolve this issue quickly and easily, or you can go to court and fight the ticket. Either...
Can I bring an attorney to traffic court?
Some traffic violations seem like such small matters that bringing an attorney with you to traffic court does not feel worth it. Whether you believe legal representation is appropriate for a traffic offense is up to you. However, no matter your decision, you should...
What do I do if I see a drunk driver?
Drunk driving is a serious problem here in North Carolina and across the entire United States. In fact, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, one person dies every 50 minutes in the United States as a result of drunk driving. This is why the...
Serious traffic violations and penalties in North Carolina
If you are like many drivers, you may not think getting a traffic ticket is something serious. While it is an inconvenience, you may not be afraid of the consequences. However, some traffic offenses have severe penalties, including: Temporary license suspension...