I was on probation for a DWI in NC.I receive a second Dwi while on probation.Does that violates my probation even though I wasn’t convicted yet?
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I was on probation for a DWI in NC.I receive a second Dwi while on probation.Does that violates my probation even though I wasn’t convicted yet?
Asked on June 9, 2009 under Criminal Law, North Carolina
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
My understanding is that it does not. Right now you are accused of a second DUI, not yet convicted. If you are convicted than of course your probation had been violated. Additionally, this time it will be considered a second offense and you will once again be looking at probation or worse.
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