A North Carolina DWI Assessment is required of everyone who is convicted of Driving While Impaired in the state of North Carolina. You can not receive a Limited Driving Privilege without a DWI Assessment. DWI assessments and groups can only be conducted by facilities licensed by the state of North Carolina.         

Each of these licensed facilities must have a North Carolina DWI Provider Code. Getting an assessment and treatment by a substance abuse professional does not necessarily mean that professional has a North Carolina Provider DWI license.

First Step Services, LLC is fully licensed by NC DWI Services and will assist you with your assessment in a professional, confidential and timely manner.  First Step will often complete an assessment the day you call to request an appointment.

Why Get Your DWI Assessment Done as Soon as Possible?

 In NC, a  DWI assessment is required prior to receiving a Limited Driving Privilege. 

 Shorten the period of time you can't drive during your "Civil Revocation."

 Complete the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles DWI Assessment and Treatment requirements.

 A DWI Assessment is a Mitigating Factor during your trial and can reduce the level of punishment, possibly helping avoid active jail time. 

 Know in advance where you stand with your DWI Substance Abuse requirements.


If you have your DWI Assessment at First Step, we will bill your insurance for any counseling that may be required, saving you money. First Step is one of the few companies that will bill your health insurance for DWI groups.   Your cost at First Step will be much lower than at agencies that don't accept insurance. Choose First Step Services and save.