If you have an ignition interlock requirement, you are allowed to drive a company vehicle while you have limited driving privileges authorized by a judge. This privilege is only applicable to the specific vehicle owned by your employer. It's important to note that this condition will cease 45 days before the ignition [...]
Criminal Law Attorney Clarke Dummit explains that one common question in regard to ignition interlock devices is whether or not you can have a friend drive your car if you have an ignition interlock installed. There are no regulations that prevent someone other than yourself from driving your car. But, be aware [...]
An ignition interlock device is a safety device, it is not a measurement device. So it cannot tell the difference between alcohol that is found in medicine versus alcohol found in beer and wine. Attorney Clarke Dummit has extensive experience with ignition interlocks and their role within the NC court system and [...]
If you are not a resident of North Carolina for the entire year while having an ignition interlock requirement, it can be challenging to have the interlock results recorded and sent to the North Carolina DMV. This often leads to complications when individuals who hold a valid driver's license from another state [...]
There are two reasons why someone might be required to have an ignition interlock: an alcohol content restriction a conditional restoration. Driving a vehicle without an ignition interlock when it is required can have serious consequences. One consequence is being charged with driving while license revoked by a law enforcement officer. This [...]
Yes, a violation of this Executive Order may be subject to prosecution and is punishable as a Class 2 misdemeanor. If you're charged with a misdemeanor, we recommend that you speak with an attorney about your rights as soon as possible.
Yes! According to the Executive Order, "Individuals whose residences are unsafe or become unsafe, such as victims of domestic violence, are permitted and urged to leave their home and stay at a safe alternative location."
You should still follow the visitation schedule, given that neither parent is showing symptoms. According to Gov. Cooper's Executive Order, "You are allowed to return to or travel between one's place or places of residence for purposes including, but not limited to, child custody or visitation agreements."
Yes – just make sure it is off and put away when you enter the courtroom.
The divorce process takes typically around 45 days from the date of service.
