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...
DWI
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....
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...
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...
What happens after refusing a chemical test?
It can be incredibly intimidating to see the flashing lights of a police vehicle in the rearview mirror. When making a suspected drunk driving traffic stop, Minnesota police may ask the driver to do several things, such as complete certain physical tests and possibly...