If you've been charged with DWI or a criminal offense in Chapel Hill or Orange County, you need an experienced defense attorney in your corner — fast. Attorney Joe Provenzano provides aggressive, personal representation to clients throughout the Chapel Hill area.
Chapel Hill is home to the University of North Carolina and tens of thousands of students, faculty, staff, and residents — and Orange County law enforcement takes DWI enforcement seriously throughout the area, including on Franklin Street, MLK Jr. Boulevard, and the surrounding highways.
A DWI conviction in North Carolina carries severe consequences: license revocation, heavy fines, potential jail time, mandatory substance abuse assessment, and a permanent mark on your record that cannot be expunged. If you've been arrested for DWI in Chapel Hill, Carrboro, or anywhere in Orange County, the time to act is now.
Critical deadline: You have only 10 days after a DWI arrest to request a DMV hearing to protect your driver's license. Don't wait — call Attorney Provenzano immediately.
Every DWI case is different, and a strong defense starts with a thorough review of every piece of evidence. I scrutinize the reason for the traffic stop, the field sobriety test administration, the Intoxilyzer 9000 calibration records, and every procedural step the officer took. If your rights were violated at any point, I will find it.
Orange County DWI cases are heard in Orange County District Court in Hillsborough. I appear in this courthouse regularly and understand how these cases are handled locally — knowledge that can make a real difference in your outcome.
Beyond DWI, I represent clients in Chapel Hill and Orange County facing all types of criminal charges. Whether you're a UNC student facing a first offense or a long-time resident dealing with a serious charge, I provide the same level of direct, personal attention to every case.
Aggressive defense against DWI charges in Orange County District Court. I challenge every element of the State's case.
Possession, distribution, and trafficking charges throughout Orange County. I examine every search and seizure for constitutional violations.
From minor misdemeanors to serious felonies, I provide tenacious representation at every stage of the criminal process.
Non-judgmental, confidential representation for domestic violence charges in Chapel Hill and throughout Orange County.
Eligible for record clearing? I handle expunction petitions for dismissed charges and qualifying convictions in Orange County.
Don't navigate the Orange County court system alone. Attorney Joe Provenzano offers free, confidential consultations for all DWI and criminal defense cases in Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Hillsborough, and throughout Orange County.
Call (615) 554-8334 — Free ConsultationThis page is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Consult a licensed North Carolina attorney about your specific situation.