Winston-Salem - Mitigating Factors in NC DWI Trials

North Carolina DWI Attorney John E. Fitzgerald Helps Clients Reduce Charges

North Carolina has some of the strictest driving while impaired (DWI) laws in the nation. It is difficult to get DWI charges completely dropped, but reduction of charges are possible with the help of an attorney. John E. Fitzgerald knows what you are going through and his law firm is ready to help put this DWI charge behind you – fast. Contact the Winston-Salem DWI defense law firm of Attorney Fitzgerald to learn how we can help you reduce your DWI charges.

What Are Mitigating Factors in NC DWI Cases?

If you do not have any prior DWI charges, you may ask the judge to grant certain privileges, such as a limited driving privilege that lets you get to work and back.
Attorney Fitzgerald will first analyze the circumstances leading up to your arrest to determine whether the arrest was legal and legitimate. IF the officer did not violate your rights, the next legal defense is evaluating mitigating factors to present to the judge.

Mitigating factors include but are not limited to the following:

  • clean driving record
  • DWI did not cause an accident
  • no one in the vehicle under the age of 18
  • steady employment

By presenting these factors, Attorney Fitzgerald may get your charges reduced and obtain for you a limited driving privilege issued by the court. Usually, the driving privilege allows you to drive to and from work, the grocery store, and run other basic errands from 9am-5pm, or until your shift ends.

Our DWI law firm works hard to get your penalties as low as possible, so you can continue to live your life. We know everyone makes mistakes — let Attorney Fitzgerald help you fix this one as quickly as possible.

Speak With a DWI Attorney in Winston-Salem

For peace of mind and clear direction, you need someone on your side who is working with your best interests in mind. Be confident you are doing everything that you can to get the results you want. Call Mr. Fitzgerald to receive competent and confidential legal advice — he has decades of experience representing the accused, and is ready to put his experience to work for you. Your first meeting with his office is free of charge. Call 336-803-7431 or contact us online for your free consultation.