F. "Bill" William Powers’s Answers

F. has answered 413 questions

• I know I'm guilty for a DUI, is there really a point to hiring an attorney?

  Asked by a user in Spindale, NC - 7 months ago.

  An attorney can help in many ways. They normally will explain the process. . .which includes more than just what happens in court. There are implications with DMV, licensing issues and the...

  11 lawyers agreed with this answer

• Spoke with adverse insurance carrier, may have given inaccurate statement

  Asked by a user in Asheville, NC - 9 months ago.

  That's frankly not that uncommon. My wife recently was involved in a minor fender-bender and the insurance carrier for the "adverse" side called and pressured for a recorded statement. It made...

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• What happens if I have not completed classes for my DUI by the time my year of probation is up?

  Asked by a user in Charlotte, NC - 4 months ago.

  Good question! There are a few different things that can happen: 1. Most importantly, the failure to comply with the judgment, even regarding alcohol assessment and/or treatment, may result in...

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• Injury attorneys percentage fees and with injury claims

  Asked by a user in Mooresville, NC - 9 months ago.

  Sometimes people don't fully understand the hows and whys of a settlement, especially as it pertains to legal fees. There tend to be a LOT of moving parts when it comes to presenting a claim for...

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• Is my 18 year old son eligible for free legal counsel for 2 felonies? And 2 Trespassing charges?

  Asked by a user in 27937 - 9 months ago.

  Need more information. Normally one must first be "charged" with offenses prior to the appointment of counsel process. Assuming he qualifies, having been found "indigent" after preparing an...

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• Can I re-enter US with a DUI

  Asked by a user in 28278 - 3 months ago.

  It makes sense to speak with an immigration attorney, as they would be better suited to answer that question. From the DWI/DUI criminal side, one would be remiss in failing mention the need to...

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• How can I get a dwi when the cops came and nobody was in the car.

  Asked by a user in Lumberton, NC - 4 months ago.

  Good question! That happens more than expected and is sometimes associated with the State's ability (or inability) to make a "prima facie" case. Operation of a motor vehicle is what is commonly...

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• I just recieved my third dwi whats im facing, license and jailtime

  Asked by a user in Lumberton, NC - 4 months ago.

  Need a bit more information, as the inquiry makes reference to three or four priors. There have been substantial changes to the law, specifically pertaining to sentencing and Grossly Aggravating...

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• Can I get in trouble for my friend falling on my property?

  Asked by a user in Rocky Mount, NC - 6 months ago.

  If this or any other answer is helpful, please let AVVO know. North Carolina is a Contributory Negligence state. Ordinary Negligence is the legal standard, as there is no longer a distinction...

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• Can I pay a bondsman without need to go to jail for a warrant felony?

  Asked by a user in Charlotte, NC - 6 months ago.

  Listen to your attorney.

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