by McElwee Law Firm | Nov 11, 2024 | Service Areas
Most every district attorney’s office across the State of North Carolina will have their own policy regarding “high speed” violations. In the counties of northwest North Carolina, where we focus our practice, every DA’s office takes a different approach to high...
by McElwee Law Firm | Oct 18, 2024 | Service Areas
In a typical year the ski season in Boone NC typically kicks off around the end of November and runs through the end of March, depending on weather conditions and snow levels. In addition to skiing, Boone’s winter activities also include snowboarding,...
by McElwee Law Firm | Oct 16, 2024 | Traffic Attorney Questions
In North Carolina, CDL holders are held to a stricter standard, meaning that traffic offenses for commercial drivers can lead to harsher penalties that can affect their ability to earn a living. Are CDL Offenses More Serious? In short, yes. North Carolina takes...
by McElwee Law Firm | Aug 15, 2024 | Traffic Attorney Questions
In North Carolina, the criminal courts sometimes use a device known as “Prayer for Judgment Continued” or “PJC” to dispose of certain cases. PJC is unique to North Carolina, and can be helpful in avoiding license and insurance points in traffic cases. PJC is subject...
by McElwee Law Firm | Jul 2, 2024 | Traffic Attorney Questions
The NC license plate reader program is part of an ongoing expansion of traffic cameras along major roads. The main purpose of this program is to aid law enforcement in catching those fleeing from justice for major crimes, or to track down stolen cars. Additionally,...