What is the violation code on the ticket?

Probably you are looking at a misdemeanor. Call the court clerk to verify.

If that is the case, you will need an attorney to reduce it to a moving violation.

Call the attorney's list that blktoptrvl provided and ask for references. You can also do a background check by contacting the NC State Bar.

If the ticket is a moving violation check if NC has what is called "trial by written declaration". Basically, if the cop does not respond, you win.

Cost ($, time, headache, etc..) to fix your ticket = V1 + good laser jammer........lol

Good luck