On behalf of Meaney & Patrin, P.A. | Jul 6, 2020 | DWI
A conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol or driving while impaired in Minnesota can result in some harsh penalties. Even in situations that involve no other infractions or aggravating factors, someone found guilty of drunk driving may face jail time,...
On behalf of Meaney & Patrin, P.A. | Jul 3, 2020 | DWI
At this time of year, many in Minnesota are grateful to see the end of winter and look forward to warmer weather. However, they may still have to deal with the aftermath of a harsh winter, such as potholes in the road, damage to their homes and even health issues. At...
by emeaney | Jun 29, 2020 | DWI
Charges for serious violations involving alcohol can place a driver’s future in jeopardy. A Minnesota driver who is involved in an accident with a blood alcohol concentration over .08 or someone with multiple convictions for alcohol-related offenses may face...
On behalf of Meaney & Patrin, P.A. | Jun 26, 2020 | DWI
A drunk driving arrest is seldom a fun way to end the day. In fact, many who go through this experience describe it as uncomfortable at best and humiliating at worst. Unfortunately, the moments and hours after police pull you over may be just the beginning of this...
On behalf of Meaney & Patrin, P.A. | Jun 4, 2020 | DWI
Most people hope to go their entire lives without an arrest. Unfortunately, this could happen to anyone if authorities suspect a person of violating the law. You may do your best to stay on the straight and narrow, but if an officer suspects you of drunk driving, you...
On behalf of Meaney & Patrin, P.A. | May 26, 2020 | DWI
Alcohol does not always bring out the best in people. In fact, many will admit that they often do foolish things while drinking. If a driver already has convictions for driving while impaired in the past, avoiding arrest may seem like the logical response. However,...
On behalf of Meaney & Patrin, P.A. | May 12, 2020 | DWI
Minnesota has some of the harshest drunk driving laws in the country. With a look-back period of 10 years, previous DWI convictions can follow a driver for a large portion of his or her life. Each subsequent arrest places a driver at a higher risk of long jail terms...
On behalf of Meaney & Patrin, P.A. | May 1, 2020 | DWI
If you drive a truck for a living, you may feel grateful to have one of the few jobs that are still in demand during these troubled and uncertain times. Truckers are essential for keeping shelves stocked and ensuring critical supplies arrive where people need them. It...
by emeaney | Apr 28, 2020 | DUI, DWI, Firm News, Minnesota News, Refusal DWI
Minnesota is one of only a handful of states that makes it a crime to refuse to submit to an official blood, breath or urine test after being arrested on suspicion of DWI / DUI. While that basic idea sounds simple, there are many misconceptions about how the crime is...
On behalf of Meaney & Patrin, P.A. | Apr 24, 2020 | DWI
An arrest for drunk driving is serious enough by itself. However, if a driver is also involved in an accident, the potential consequences may be even more severe. An accident that results in the death of someone else can lead to charges of criminal vehicular homicide,...
