Can I handle a dui case in North Carolina without appearing. I had to move to Pennsylvania.

Generally the only way that is allowed is if you plead guilty - if you do, then you will have issues in PA because your NC lcense will be suspended. Limited driving privileges issued by NC can’t be used to drive in other states and you won’t be able to get a PA license while you are suspended here. Roger Crowe is a great lawyer in Beaufort NC. Please call his office and tell him I referred you. He and I have had mutual clients before.

AVVO's information intake algorithm incorrectly identified the classification of your inquiry. It happens. I am redirecting your question to Criminal Defense so that you receive more accurate and relevant responses.

The majority of States are participants in Interstate Licensing, Reporting and Enforcement. These States share information regarding Driver’s Licensing, arrests, convictions and suspensions. Your arrest, conviction and sentencing in another State will be available to the State issuing your Driver’s License. A Suspension of your driving privileges in another State will result in a suspension in the State where you are actually licensed to drive.

More information is needed to evaluate this situation. You need to search AVVO and consult in person with an experienced and seasoned North Carolina Driving Under the Influence (“DUI”) Criminal Defense lawyer in your area. A local North Carolina DUI Criminal Defense attorney will be more familiar with the lay of the land and tendencies of local Courts and Judges. An experienced local DUI Criminal Defense attorney can evaluate what evidence, statements or identifications are likely to be admitted at a preliminary hearing or trial. They can also provide an assessment of the consequences and potential fines or sentencing guidelines the DUI involved.

You may qualify to have a private attorney appointed by the Court to represent you. You may be able to obtain some assistance from the public defender’s office. Your local Legal Aid office may assist you for free on a sliding fee scale, depending on you income of assets. Legal Aid offices are staffed with individuals to assist the public with legal questions and the selection, completion and filing of applicable legal documents. These individuals are knowledgeable in DUI law issues. While they won’t always give you legal advice specific to your case, they will give you practical advice on how best to proceed, what forms to file, and anticipated time frames and sentencing guidelines involved. But your BEST CHANCE AT SUCCESS is to search AVVO and consult with a local North Carolina DUI Criminal Defense attorney where your DUI occurred. Many are former Prosecutors, Judges or have extensive DUI Trial Experience.

This is not legal advice! You need to speak to an AVVO North Carolina DUI Criminal Defense attorney who is licensed in your state for legal advice. I strongly recommend you search AVVO and make an appointment with a competent and experienced North Carolina DUI Criminal Defense attorney in your area, who can take time to carefully evaluate and explain all options available. This is merely suggestions for you to think about in discussing your situation with the local attorney. To locate a DUI or Criminal Defense Attorney go to https://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/how-to-hire-a-criminal-attorney.

See also: http://www.nydwi.com/DWIQA/InterstateLicensing.php