What Happens When You Refuse A Breathalyzer in NC?

May 3rd, 2020
Posted By
Ryan Stowe
DWI Refusals in North Carolina North Carolina has very strict laws when it comes to Driving While Impaired (DWI) and DWI refusals. As a driver on North Carolina roads, you need to be aware of some of the laws that guide road usage so you can know you… Read More
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Categories: DWI

Failure to Appear in North Carolina

April 30th, 2020
Posted By
Ryan Stowe
Failure to Appear in North Carolina Traffic Court North Carolina takes its traffic laws very seriously. According to Esurance North Carolina is one of the top ten states in the US that issue the highest volume of speeding tickets. While not all of th… Read More
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Categories: Traffic Violations

Do I Need an Ignition Interlock Device After a DWI Conviction?

April 25th, 2020
Posted By
Ryan Stowe
DWI convictions have multiple repercussions. One of the most common consequences of a DWI conviction is a license suspension. There are some types of DWI convictions that require the driver to have an ignition interlock device (also called Blow and G… Read More
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Categories: Criminal Defense Lawyers, DWI

Can I Get a DWI for Blowing Less Than a 0.08?

April 18th, 2020
Posted By
Ryan Stowe
Many people believe that the only way to get convicted of a DWI is by driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or more. However this is not the case in North Carolina. A person may be charged with DWI if they operate a motor vehicle on… Read More
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Categories: Criminal Defense Lawyers, DWI
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What is a Bond Hearing? What if I Need a Bond Reduction?

April 11th, 2020
Posted By
Ryan Stowe
Generally, in North Carolina, when a person is charged with a crime and subsequently arrested that person must remain in jail until a bond is posted. There are three different types of bonds in North Carolina. Every defendant in custody is entitled t… Read More
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Categories: Criminal Defense Lawyers, Warrants
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How Does COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Affect My Court Date?

April 4th, 2020
Posted By
Ryan Stowe
COVID-19 also known as Coronavirus has had major implications throughout the State of North Carolina and beyond. Similarly, the North Carolina court system has also been impacted by the Coronavirus. Chief Justice Cheri Beasley ordered several directi… Read More
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Categories: NC Court System Updates

5 Things to Consider Before Hiring a Criminal Defense Lawyer

March 1st, 2020
Posted By
Ryan Stowe
Being charged with a crime in North Carolina is a frightening experience. It’s not something you want to face without the assistance of a qualified criminal defense lawyer. Stowe Law Firm, PLLC in Salisbury, NC will do everything possible to underm… Read More
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Categories: Criminal Defense Lawyers

Carrying A Concealed Weapon in North Carolina

February 27th, 2020
Posted By
Ryan Stowe
Concealed carry or carrying a concealed weapon, also known as concealed carry describes having a weapon on or close to one’s person in public in a manner that is not visible to the public. Weapons are concealed for different reasons and not all con… Read More
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Categories: Weapons

What is a PJC?

February 1st, 2020
Posted By
Ryan Stowe
If you’ve ever asked what is a prayer for judgement continued, or more simply what is a PJC then this article is for you. A PJC is the acronym for Prayer for Judgement Continued. Some people refer to it as a “get out of jail free card” because… Read More
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Categories: Traffic Violations
Warrant for Arrest

What Should I do If I Have a Warrant for Arrest?

January 11th, 2020
Posted By
Ryan Stowe
An arrest warrant is an official document, signed by a judge (or magistrate), which authorizes a police officer to arrest a person named in the warrant. Warrants typically identify the crime for which the warrant for arrest has been issued. The first… Read More
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Categories: Police & Your Rights, Warrants