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King Law defends drivers facing DWI/DUI charges, license revocation, and traffic violations across North Carolina, South Carolina, and East Tennessee. Do not face the courts without counsel.
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A traffic citation or DWI charge carries consequences far beyond the initial fine. License revocation, insurance increases, restricted driving privileges, and jail time are all possible depending on the charge and your record. Simply paying a citation is often the worst decision you can make.
North Carolina is one of the toughest states in the country when it comes to DWI charges. The stakes are high, and the procedures are strict. Having the right defense team from the start makes a significant difference.
King Law defends clients against a full range of traffic offenses and DWI/DUI charges across North Carolina, South Carolina, and East Tennessee. Our attorneys understand state-specific procedures and local court expectations, and we act quickly to protect your driving privileges and your record.
We evaluate your charges, your driving record, and the circumstances of your stop right away. Timing is critical when it comes to protecting your license.
We take immediate steps to challenge revocation and apply for limited driving privileges so you can continue driving while your case is pending.
We examine the validity of the traffic stop, the administration of field sobriety tests, and the accuracy of any breath or blood testing. Procedural errors can change the outcome of your case.
We appear in court on your behalf, challenge the state's evidence, and work to minimize penalties, reduce charges, and protect your driving record.
King Law handles traffic and DWI cases from the citation stage through trial across all three states.
We challenge the traffic stop, field sobriety testing procedures, and breathalyzer accuracy. DWI charges can involve impairment by any substance, not just alcohol. A charge is not automatically a conviction.
We address the underlying cause of your revocation and work to restore your full driving privileges.
We act quickly to address missed court dates before arrest warrants are issued and additional charges compound the situation. In North Carolina, acting within 20 days may help avoid the $200 failure to appear penalty.
We pursue court-authorized driving for work, medical appointments, school, and other essential purposes.
We contest speeding tickets, reckless driving, and other citations that can affect your record and insurance rates. Never pay a citation without speaking to an attorney first.
We protect CDL holders facing stricter standards and whose livelihoods depend on keeping their license.
DWI charges, license penalties, and traffic procedures vary across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Here is how the three states compare on key matters.
Category
North Carolina
South Carolina
Tennessee
DWI/DUI BAC Limit
0.08 standard; 0.04 for CDL holders
0.08 standard; 0.04 for CDL holders
0.08 standard; 0.04 for CDL holders
Immediate License Action
30-day civil revocation upon charge
30-day revocation upon charge
Refusal of implied consent = immediate revocation; 7-day temp permit issued; 1-year revocation upon conviction
Limited Driving Privileges
Available after 10 days; 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Friday for work, treatment, or school
Available after 10 days
Restricted license by court order (ORDL); ignition interlock or geographic restrictions required; SR-22 required
DWI Classification
Misdemeanor in most cases; felony with multiple offenses
Misdemeanor in most cases; felony with multiple offenses
Class A misdemeanor (1st–3rd offense); Class E felony (4th+)
Failure to Appear Penalty
$200 penalty if not addressed within 20 days; arrest warrant issued
Arrest warrant issued
Bench warrant issued; separate FTA charge (Class A misdemeanor or Class E felony); FTA sentence runs consecutive to DUI sentence
No. A charge means the state is accusing you. You are not guilty until proven so in court. Our attorneys challenge DWI cases on the validity of the stop, the administration of field sobriety tests, and the accuracy of breathalyzers, among other grounds.
In North Carolina and South Carolina, a 30-day civil license revocation takes effect immediately after a DWI charge. After 10 days, you may be eligible for limited driving privileges. Contact us right away to begin that process.
No. Paying a ticket is an admission of guilt and can result in points on your license, increased insurance rates, and, in some cases, suspension. Contact us before paying any citation.
Contact an attorney immediately. In North Carolina, acting within 20 days may help you avoid the $200 failure-to-appear penalty. An arrest warrant can be issued quickly. Do not wait. In South Carolina, failing to appear can lead to a bench warrant and other serious consequences. Do not wait to address a missed court date.
Yes. Points assessed for traffic violations can significantly increase your premiums. In most cases, representation can reduce charges with no effect on your driving record or insurance rates.
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