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If you’ve been charged with DWI, the first thing you need to do is contact an attorney. A skilled DWI lawyer can help protect your rights and fight for the...
In North Carolina, there’s no legal difference between DWI and DUI—they refer to the same offense. Some states distinguish between Driving While Impaired (DWI) and Driving Under the Influence (DUI),...
Field Sobriety Tests (FSTs) aren’t designed to “prove your innocence”—they’re used to gather evidence against you. There are two types of FSTs: Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs) – These include:...
Yes. These tests are voluntary, and you are not legally required to perform them. However, refusing a field sobriety test may raise suspicion and could be used against you later...
In North Carolina, refusing a roadside portable breath test (PBT) doesn’t result in a penalty. But, if the officer has probable cause to believe you are driving while impaired, they...
No, you can still be convicted of DWI even without a breath test or BAC reading. In North Carolina, the District Attorney can prove impairment in two ways: By presenting...
No, a BAC over 0.08 doesn’t automatically mean you’re guilty of DWI. If guilt were automatic, there would be no need for a trial. Your attorney can challenge the BAC...
Fighting a DWI charge is possible, and your attorney can challenge the case at three key stages: The Traffic Stop – The Police must have a legal reason to stop...
In North Carolina, DWI charges can’t be reduced to a lesser offense like reckless driving. State law prevents prosecutors from lowering a DWI charge, meaning if you plead guilty or...
Even if you can’t completely avoid a DWI charge, hiring a lawyer can still make a big difference. Here’s why: Legal Knowledge & Strategy – A DWI attorney understands North...
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Every case is unique, and so is every attorney. At Kurtz & Blum, our team of Raleigh-based attorneys brings decades of combined experience in criminal defense, traffic offenses, and family law. Each attorney has a distinct approach to legal representation, whether you need a skilled litigator to fight for you in court or a strategic negotiator to resolve a family law matter.
We know that hiring a lawyer can feel overwhelming—especially if it’s your first time dealing with legal issues. That’s why our entire legal team works together to ensure you get the right attorney for your case, based on your specific legal needs.
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At Kurtz & Blum, we are proud to serve clients in Raleigh and across North Carolina, providing trusted legal representation in criminal defense, family law, and more. Here’s what our clients have to say about working with our team:
