DUI/DWI Repeat Offenders

North Carolina Repeat DUI/DWI Defense Attorneys

Charges for a second or third DUI/DWI offense are much more serious than a first DUI/DWI offense. However, the situation is not hopeless. You do have options.

At Hemric, Hemric & Champion, P.A., we provide dedicated, non-judgmental advocacy designed to protect your rights, your freedom and your reputation. We understand that you have made a mistake and that you are fearful of the consequences. We are here to answer your questions, explain the law and outline every defense option available to you.

Do not speak with the police about your DUI/DWI repeat offender charge until you have spoken with an experienced attorney. Contact our law firm at (336) 792-4206 for an effective and aggressive criminal defense.

Board Certified Specialists in Criminal Law

Our lawyers are the only two attorneys in Alamance County who are Board Certified by the North Carolina Bar Association as Specialists in Criminal Law. In addition, attorney Ricky Champion was a state prosecutor for 11 years. He knows how law enforcement officials operate and how potential jurors will view your DUI/DWI repeat offender case.

Possible Consequences for Drinking and Driving

The consequences for repeat offender drunk driving in North Carolina depends upon the level of your offense and the amount of alcohol in your blood (BAC) at the time of your arrest.

You may be facing:

• Jail time (A second offense DUI/DWI conviction results in a minimum of 30days in jail while a third offense DUI/DWI conviction results in a minimum of 30 days in jail)
• Fines
• Ignition interlock device (This makes it impossible to start your car if alcohol is detected on your breath.)
• Alcohol education and treatment
• License suspension
• Vehicle confiscation

Please note, a fourth offense DUI/DWI within seven years is considered a habitual offender DWI and charged as a felony. This means serious consequences today and in your future.

We are in it for the long haul

Because the consequences of a repeat offender DUI/DWI conviction are so serious, we will strive to negotiate a favorable deal whenever possible, whether that means dropped charges or a reduced sentence. In the event negotiations with the prosecutor break down, we are ready and willing to take your case to trial. With over 150 jury trials under our belts, we are not afraid to fight for you in court.

Contact our law firm at (336) 792-4206 to schedule your free initial consultation to learn how we can help. We accept Visa and MasterCard, and offer clients the opportunity to meet with a Spanish-speaking attorney.