Since July 1, 2025, a DWI, reckless driving, or other conviction worth 4 or more NC insurance points raises your premium for five years instead of three. In our example, one DWI conviction adds $25,500 in premiums.
Continue reading ›Updated September 30, 2026. DMV refusal revocations now take effect on the thirtieth day after the order is mailed unless you request a hearing first. The Typical DWI Arrest (If There is Such a Thing) In a textbook NC DWI case, a person is first pulled over and investigated for suspicion of DWI. The officer…
Continue reading ›North Carolina sentences every DWI at one of six levels. Here are the current fines, jail ranges, and how the judge decides the level.
Continue reading ›North Carolina requires an ignition interlock after some DWI convictions, including a 0.15 or higher result or a prior conviction within seven years. Here is how long it lasts and what it requires.
Continue reading ›Nothing ruins a vacation like a DWI arrest, especially when the arrest includes the loss of a driver’s license. When someone has been charged with DWI in Dare County, NC, you need to know what you can do about the automatic license revocation. This post helps to explain your options. In the Outer Banks of…
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