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...
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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...
What happens after I’m charged with DWI?
If a Minnesota police officer has taken you into custody for suspected drunk driving, this event may affect the next hours, days or even months of your life. It’s critical that you understand state laws. It is equally important to be aware of your rights, as well as...
Are you a Minnesota CDL holder with a DWI?
When you obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL), you must adhere to traffic laws and regulations that might be different from those that apply to regular license holders. If a Minnesota police officer pulls you over, whether you’re behind the wheel of a commercial...
Minnesota lawmaker is facing charges of drunk driving
The repercussions of driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol are significant. For many, a DWI in Minnesota can result in time behind bars, expensive fines and more. Additionally, this type of crime can impact one’s reputation and job opportunities. One...
The function of an ignition interlock device
Drunk driving can come with serious criminal penalties, and it can leave one facing a range of consequences that can include time behind bars, expensive fines and more. Depending on the details of your case, your criminal history and other factors that are unique to...
Minnesota lawmaker enters guilty plea for drunk driving
Driving while under the influence can come with significant penalties, including time behind bars, expensive fines and more. It can also impact one’s personal reputation, which is a particularly significant consequence, especially for those who are in a public office....
How does a DWI charge affect a CDL?
As a Minnesota resident with a commercial driver’s license (CDL), you understand that the “rules of the road” are different for you than they are for other motorists. Whether you’ve been earning a livelihood with a CDL for years or have just put in your first hours on...
Fatal alcohol-related accident
A woman is facing criminal charges that could affect the rest of her life after a serious motor vehicle accident claimed the life of one person in the car. The Minnesota driver is accused of criminal vehicular operation and criminal vehicular homicide. If convicted,...