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What factors can impact breath test results?

Law enforcement officers may use many ways to measure driver intoxication during traffic stops, such as performing breath tests. Their results tend to be reliable and helpful when determining how drunk someone is by verifying their alcohol concentration (AC). But sometimes, these figures can vary based on other factors that could be unrelated to alcohol consumption. Like other tests, breath…

Stay Safe on the Water this 4th of July: “Operation Dry Water” Reminds Boaters to Exercise Caution

What is Operation Dry Water It is a national campaign conducted by the DNR starting on July 4 through July 6 to remind boaters to be safe and not operate a boat while impaired by alcohol or controlled substances. Boating While Impaired (BWI) is against the law in Minnesota with tough penalties if you are convicted. It can also have…

Little Known New Statute on DWI Conditional Releases from Jail

In the realm of traffic laws, few issues command as much attention and concern as driving while impaired (DWI). Minnesota, like many states, has stringent laws designed to curb impaired driving and enhance public safety. One critical piece of this legislative framework is Minnesota Statute 169A.44, which mandates that certain individuals arrested for a DWI be held in jail until…

Minnesota’s 2023 DWI Labor Day Campaign Results in Over 1,140 Arrests Statewide

From August 18th through September 4th, Minnesota law enforcment arrested over 1,140 individuals for DWI as part of a limited-time safety campaign. A spokesperson from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety stated that the officers who worked this campaign received specific training on how to spot signs of possible intoxication. The penalties for driving while impaired can include consequences such…

DWI Enforcer All Stars Honored at Recent Twins Home Game

Nearly 26,000 DWI Arrests in Minnesota last year According to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Of the nearly 26,000 DWI arrests in 2022, 4,447 were made by the DWI Enforcer All Stars, some who were recently honored at the Minnesota Twins game on August 20, 2023.Throwing out the ceremonial first pitch, Minnesota State Trooper Gustavo Culbeaux, lead all enforcers…

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