If a Minnesota police officer has pulled you over and asked you to take a field sobriety test, you can logically assume that he or she is trying to establish probable cause to make a drunk driving arrest. You’re not obligated to take a sobriety test during a traffic...
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The impact of a DWI charge for those underage
Teens and young adults in Minnesota, and elsewhere, can make some stupid decisions when it comes to drinking and driving. They don’t always have the cognitive ability to understand just how serious the consequences can be when they drive while under the influence of...
How does law enforcement assess a driver’s condition?
It can be overwhelming to see the flashing lights of a law enforcement officer in your rearview mirror. Once you see police indicating that you need to pull over, you know that it is important to pull over as soon as it is safe to do so. However, you may not know what...
Was there reasonable suspicion before your DWI arrest?
Suddenly being pulled over and suspected of any kind of traffic violation can be a frightening and nerve-wracking experience for anyone traveling the roadways here in Minnesota. This can especially be true if law enforcement has reason to believe you were driving...
Vikings offensive coordinator accepts plea deal for DWI charges
Facing charges for driving while intoxicated can create one of the most challenging situations anyone in Minnesota or across the nation may ever encounter. Thoughts of significant fines, the possible loss of driving privileges and the ability to secure employment, and...
Minnesota bus driver arrested for DWI while on the job
A bus driver employed by the Rush City Public Schools was arrested after her bus left the road as she was on her morning route. When police arrived at the scene of the accident, they determined that she was under the influence of alcohol, and she was arrested for DWI....
Preparing to fight a drunk driving charge
The implications of a conviction for driving while intoxicated are significant. Minnesota drivers with these types of convictions on their records could face consequences that may include time behind bars, expensive fines, mandatory installation of an ignition...
4 ways to effectively defend against DUI charges
If Minnesota police pull you over in traffic and ask you to exit your vehicle, it’s likely they suspect you of impairment. The stop may occur because an officer witnessed your tires veer over the yellow line or your brake lights turn on and off at random moments that...
The effects of alcohol on a driver
Each person is different, and the way that alcohol could impact a driver depends on factors that are unique to his or her situation. For example, a driver’s weight, body composition, health status and age can all play a role in how alcohol affects him or her. For...
The use of ignition interlock after a DWI arrest, new exception explained
A Minnesota DWI arrest can come with many consequences. Drivers may not only face legal repercussions but can also suffer in their personal and professional lives. One consequence that can impact every aspect of one’s life is losing one’s driving privileges. In some...