If you are driving along a Minnesota highway and a police officer pulls you over in a traffic stop, there could be negative implications. If you are suspected of DWI, however, things might get a lot worse before they get better, especially if you happen to be carrying...
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DWI laws more stringent for some drivers
If you’re driving along a Minnesota highway and a police officer pulls you over in a traffic stop, there could be negative implications. You might get a speeding ticket; then again, the officer in question might merely issue a warning, then release you. If you’re...
Minnesota lawmaker pleads guilty to drunk driving
In Minnesota, conviction of impaired driving can result in serious penalties, even for lawmakers and political leaders. Every individual is subject to grave consequences if he or she is charged with drunk driving, and each person facing these charges would be wise to...
Will you need ignition interlock after a DWI in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, the penalties associated with a conviction for drunk driving are steep. They may include time behind bars, steep fines, loss of driving privileges and more. You may find that even a first-time offense results in consequences that affect multiple areas of...
Drunk driver strikes vehicles before being placed under arrest
In Minnesota, the penalties associated with driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol are steep. One driver is facing consequences that may include time behind bars, loss of driving privileges and more after an arrest for drunk driving. The woman was arrested by...
Have you been charged with DWI in Minnesota?
If a Minnesota police officer takes you into custody on suspicion of drunk driving, it activates a series of unpleasant events. Especially if this is the first time you’ve ever encountered legal problems, it’s understandable that you might feel worried or afraid. The...
DWI charges can place a CDL at risk
If you’re one of the more than 3 million CDL holders in Minnesota and throughout the United States, you might be a bus driver or a long-haul trucker. Perhaps you haul heavy equipment. No matter what your specific duties are, you no doubt understand the serious...
What are the penalties for a first-time DWI in Minnesota?
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a charge that involves serious penalties in the state of Minnesota. Even people facing charges for the first time could face fines, jail time and the loss of their license. What consequences might come with a first-time drunk driving...
How could a DWI affect your job opportunities?
A criminal conviction can change a life in various unexpected ways. For example, a drunk driving conviction may affect one’s career even years after an arrest. A DWI in Minnesota can bring a range of penalties that include time behind bars, expensive fines and a...
What should a driver know about a DWI traffic stop?
Seeing the flashing lights of a law enforcement vehicle can be frightening for a Minnesota driver. After pulling over, the driver may then learn that he or she was stopped because the officer suspects the driver of intoxicated operation of his or her vehicle. At this...