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Chris Dozier is a Raleigh native and former Wake County Prosecutor practicing criminal defense litigation in Wake County. His practice includes DWI/DUI defense, criminal misdemeanor and felony defense as well as handling traffic cases. He brings a unique skill set and knowledge of the court system to fight for your case each and every day.
Chris has been practicing criminal law and civil defense litigation in Wake County since 2009 and and will put his experience as a former Prosecutor and Litigation Defense Attorney to work for you. Having tried hundreds of cases from DWI to assaults and drug cases in both District Court to dozens and before juries in Superior Court, Chris will bring the courtroom experience that your case deserves. Chris won't just enter a guilty plea in your case without first fighting for your Constitutional and Statutory rights.
If you have been charged with a criminal offense, DWI/DUI or traffic offense in Wake County, please contact Chris today for a free consultation. Chris understands that if you are charged with a crime, your life will change; he will do everything that he can to make sure the State of North Carolina meets and proves their burden beyond a reasonable doubt.
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Licensed in North Carolina for 17 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 2009
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Dozier Law Firm, PLLC
3825 Barrett Drive, 301, Raleigh, NC, 27609
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Posted by Dan | January 07, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Litigation
The best choice!
I highly recommend this law firm. Chris was very well prepared for any and every scenario in which we were going to face up to and leading into trial. He knows the law from both sides and that made me feel better and confident too! I will absolutely choose the Doizer Law Firm again for any circum...
Posted by anonymous | December 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Best criminal defense attorney in town
Mr. Dozier represented my son on a misdemeanor charge which ended up with a dismissal. He is very professional and not only he returned calls in a timely manner, he made sure that he educated us on options available to my son. We do not regret hiring him as we are very satisfied. As far as price, we ...
Posted by anonymous | November 17, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Underage Possession of Alcohol
Chris is very friendly and easy to work with. He is the best attorney you could hire. He got my case dismissed. I did not have to do the First Offenders Program, take any kind of alcohol class, or do any community service. He got me the best possible outcome for my case and I would definitely rec...
Posted by Rayner | November 12, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Did not stop fighting until we got what we needed
Chris Dozier was our attorney, and he did not stop fighting until we had the outcome we wanted and needed. I would recommend him to anyone! Hopefully I will not need an attorney in the future...but if I do, it will definitely be Chris!
Posted by Celeste | November 11, 2015 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Excellent experience
I am grateful to Chris Dozier for his work on my case, which was ultimately dismissed, but could have gone another way without his swift response and good judgment. He was all that soothes nerves frayed by legal problems - prompt, thorough, easy to talk with, honest, consoling, optimistic but realist...
Christopher Glenn Blow Dozier's Lawyer Endorsements
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"I knew Chris when he was a prosecutor in Wake County and I tried cases against him. I've also known him as a defense lawyer. Chris has tried hundreds of bench trials and dozens of jury trials. He is a smart and effective lawyer. I would endorse him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Chris has taken the extensive trial experience and legal knowledge he gained prosecuting countless cases as an Assistant District Attorney into private practice as a defense attorney. Since switching sides he has done excellent work defending the rights of the general public. I recently left the criminal practice and entrusted Chris to take over my most serious cases. I know my former clients will get the high quality representation from Chris they expected when they hired me."
"Chris has been very helpful to my firm in taking over cases when our criminal defense attorney was no longer available to handle these matters."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. I have been impressed with the quality of his work. He represents his clients zealously and has a large amount of trial experience from his time working for the District Attorney's Office. I am always comfortable referring clients to him."
"Mr. Dozier is known for providing excellent and knowledgeable service to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Top 20 DUI Lawyer- Raleigh, Expertise.com
2016
Client's Choice, Avvo
2015
Top 10 Under 40, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2015
Client Choice Award, Avvo
Work Experience
2014 - Present
Owner/Attorney, Dozier Law Firm, PLLC
2010 - 2014
Assistant District Attorney, Wake County District Attorney's Office
2009 - 2010
Associate Attorney, Hall, Rogers & Gaylord
Associations
2015 - Present
Wake County Bar Association, Social CommitteeYoung Lawyers Division
2015 - Present
North Carolina Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
North Carolina Museum of HistorySteering Committee
2009 - Present
Wake County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
10th Judicial District Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
DWI 0.12 & Wreck
Dismissed by the Court
DWI- 0.08
Not Guilty
DWI- 0.08
Not Guilty
DWI 0.14- Dismissed following PC
Dismissed following PC Motion
DWI- Level 1
Not Guilty
DWI- Level 2
Case dismissed by the Judge at the close of State's evidence.
DWI- Level 2
Dismissed
DWI
Not Guilty
DWI
Case Dismissed
Assault on a Female, Breaking/Entering & Injury to Personal Property
Case Dismissed at the Close of State's Evidence
DWI- Not Guilty Trial
Not Guilty
DWI- Dismissed
Dismissed
Education
2008
Charleston School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2004
North Carolina State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Publications
2016
Dozier Law Firm
Understanding Limited Driving Privileges After DWI Conviction
2016
Dozier Law Firm
DWI Traffic Stops: How Long is too Long?
2015
Dozier Law Firm
Your rights as they related to a DWI arrest
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English
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Q&A
How to dismiss level 5 DUI in Wake County. Who is best lawyer with proven records.
07 Feb 2016
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I was falsely accused of misdemeanor simple assault on a DV call. How do I get this case dismissed?
11 Nov 2015
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I wrongfully accused my boyfriend of stealing money from me, but I was wrong. How do I get the arrest warrant dropped?
12 Nov 2015