DWI Enforcement: Three Stages of DWI Arrest

When a DWI arrest is made, there are three phases a suspect and officer must go through.  The first phase deals with the motion of the vehicle where the officer will observe suspicious driving such as weaving, swerving, or any other type of traffic violation.  When...

North Carolina Laws Regarding Reckless Driving

Reckless driving is a charge that most people have either been charged with, or knows someone who has been charged with such a crime.  However, what exactly defines reckless driving in North Carolina?  According to the NC Statute covering reckless driving, § 20‑140,...