DWI and Firearm Charge Dismissed

Some time ago, a man was traveling on I-77 in a heavy-duty work truck in the middle of a severe thunderstorm. Prior to leaving, the man had lunch with his wife where they had a few drinks, but due to the weather, another car hydroplaned and he had to maneuver his large vehicle to avoid a collision. The driver behind him was, unfortunately, unable to do the same and struck our client’s truck. The police responded and after detecting the scent of alcohol, they conducted a search and found an open bottle of alcohol and a firearm. This led to him being charged with DWI and carrying a concealed weapon after consuming alcohol. In addition to the typical penalties, the man was very concerned about the impact on his job.

Our Charlotte DWI lawyers have an extensive background in this area and meticulously reviewed all the factors involved. We pointed out the obvious problems with conducting roadside sobriety tests in inclement weather as well as our client’s ability to perform impressive driving maneuvers to avoid an accident. Based on all the various factors involved, we demonstrated there was not enough evidence to substantiate probable cause. As a result, the DWI and firearm charge were both dismissed.