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| Traffic Violations and Criminal Defense |
| From our office in Edenton, North Carolina criminal defense lawyer Sam Dixon provides effective representation to individuals in all state criminal cases. Sam Dixon has a reputation as an aggressive and powerful criminal trial lawyer. He handles: |
- Speeding tickets and other traffic violations, Download documents
- Misdemeanor charges of all types,
- Drunk driving (DUI/DWI), including drivers license suspension, revocation, and reinstatement matters,
- Drug offenses, including possession and sale of controlled substances and illegal use of prescription drugs,
- Theft/larceny charges, and
- Felony crimes
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| Mr. Dixon has practiced criminal law for over 20 years and has represented numerous
defendants in capital murder cases as well as many other serious felony indictments
involving weapons charges. He has handled hundreds of traffic violations. Born and
raised in Eastern North Carolina, criminal defense lawyer Sam Dixon understands local
customs and traditions. As an attorney practicing in the region for a number of years, he
also knows the criminal justice system and the courts of the area.. |
| Speeding and other Traffic Violations |
| FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS |
| 1. SHOULD I JUST PAY OFF THE TICKET? |
| NO! Before you pay the ticket, call for a FREE TELEPHONE CONSULTATION. The lawyers at
Dixon & Thompson Law will tell you how much your court expenses and fines will be, and identify the
best strategy that will reduce or avoid excessive insurance increases. Call us now for your free
consultation at 252-482-8696 or toll-free at 1-866-965-0101. The following chart shows potential
insurance increases for paying off a traffic ticket: |
| Charges |
Points |
Potential Insurance Surcharges |
| Failure to Reduce Speed |
1 |
25% |
| Failure to Stop(Stop Sign/Light) |
1 |
25% |
| Speeding |
2 |
45% |
| Illegal Passing |
2 |
45% |
| Following Too Closely |
2 |
45% |
| Reckless Driving |
4 |
90% |
| Driving While License Revoked |
8 |
220% |
| DWI — Important-Call for Details |
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| 2. WHAT HAPPENS IF I PAY THE TICKET BY MAIL TO THE COURT? |
| If you simply mail in your ticket with a money order, you are PLEADING GUILTY as charged and
may have insurance points assessed, or even in some cases, have your driver's license revoked. Call us
now for your free telephone consultation at 252-482-8696 or toll-free at 1-866-965-0101. |
| 3. HOW CAN DIXON & THOMPSON LAW HELP ME? |
| Even if you're guilty as charged, in most cases the lawyers at Dixon & Thompson Law can minimize,
and even eliminate any increases in your insurance premiums. If you are a North Carolina driver, 2
insurance points could increase your premiums by 45% for 3 years. |
| 4. WILL I HAVE TO APPEAR IN COURT? |
| In most cases, you will not have to appear and Dixon & Thompson Law will appear on your behalf.
During the free consultation our lawyers will let you know if you must appear. If Dixon & Thompson
Law does appear for you, you will not miss work and there will be no waiting in long lines or sitting in
Court all day. The attorneys at Dixon & Thompson Law have represented hundreds of clients for the
past 20 years. Allow the attorneys at Dixon & Thompson Law to use their experience to help you with
your case. |
| 5. WHAT IS THE CHARGE FOR YOUR SERVICES? |
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We have found our clients like one total charge that includes the fine & costs. A usual fine and court costs is $263.00. Our normal total charge is $450.00 which includes the cost. We will explain all of your cots during our free consultation. You will be pleased with all the extra services we provide.
We accept MasterCard and Visa. Once you pay your retainer, we can obtain a court continuance to allow you time to get the rest of the funds together. More than likely than not, you will not have to appear in Court.
Please call us for a free consultation (252-482-8696 or 1-866-965-0101)
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| Juvenile Law |
| Sam Dixon represents young people in trouble with the law. Teens caught fighting at school or with alcohol or marijuana at a teenage party often face serious charges. Born and raised in Eastern North Carolina, criminal defense lawyer Dixon understands local customs and traditions. As an attorney practicing in the region for a number of years, he also knows the criminal justice system and the courts of the area. If Sam Dixon could give young people and their parents just one piece of advice when dealing with law enforcement, it would be, "You must come talk to me before talking to anyone else." |
| If you or a family member is facing North Carolina criminal charges of any type, contact a North Carolina criminal defense lawyer at Dixon & Thompson Law PLLC. |
