When a Minnesota driver is pulled over under suspicion of DWI, the police officer on the scene may perform some field sobriety tests to determine if the driver is intoxicated. A preliminary breath test (PBT) test may also be administered to gauge the driver’s alcohol...
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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...
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 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...