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...
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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 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...
Driver pulled over for drunk driving, weapon
If convicted of intoxicated operation of a vehicle, a driver could face penalties that include everything from time behind bars to loss of driving privileges. The potential repercussions for a DWI in Minnesota are significant, especially if a driver is facing...
What issues could affect Breathalyzer accuracy?
Facing drunk driving charges is intimidating for any driver. This charge, even if the allegations are unfounded, have the potential to bring serious consequences in every area of a person’s life. Most DWI charges in Minnesota begin with a suspected drunk driving...
Refusing DWI testing can lead to license revocation
Minnesota drivers must be aware of their rights and obligations when it comes to being stopped for suspicion of DWI. Under state law, drivers are supposed to submit to certain types of testing when it’s requested by a law enforcement officer. If one refuses this...
Are Breathalyzer tests always accurate?
Law enforcement officers in Minnesota use many tools and techniques to determine if they believe someone is driving under the influence of alcohol. One of the tools commonly used is the Breathalyzer. This compact machine is designed to take a sample of someone’s...
What are aggravating factors in DWI charges?
Being accused of driving while under the influence can be harrowing enough as is, as a conviction for similar offenses carries serious penalties that could have a lingering impact on one’s life. However, there may be some scenarios in which facing similar allegations...
The factors that can impact your alcohol content
A criminal charge involving the intoxicated operation of a vehicle can lead to serious criminal penalties that may impact the rest of your life. It is important that you not underestimate what you are up against and that you seek the most beneficial outcome to your...
Can police test for drugged driving?
You may have seen or heard the recent barrage of public service announcments on TV, radio, and online re-enforcing the message "Driving high is a DWI." In all states, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle while intoxicated by drugs or alcohol. For Minnesota...