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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 while intoxicated. However, the police can’t just pull you over without having a credible reason to do so.…
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 even the potential of serving time in jail can create a lot of sleepless nights. Fortunately, formal DWI accusations…
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. There were children on board at the time, and the…
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 some, even a drink or two can elevate blood alcohol content to…
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 cases, one may be able to have their driving privileges reinstated by installing an ignition interlock device…
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 additional legal repercussions for other alleged crimes. One driver could be facing both drunk driving and weapons charges after…
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 traffic stop, during which law enforcement will use handheld devices called Breathalyzers to determine the individual’s alcohol content. …
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 submit to a chemical test. It may be beneficial for a driver to know what will…
Intoxicated operation of a vehicle is not only a threat to the safety of everyone on the road, but it also presents the possibility of serious legal repercussions for the driver. Law enforcement and Minnesota laws take this issue seriously, and a conviction for DWI can result in penalties that can include time behind bars, loss of driving privileges and…
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 testing, they may have their driver’s license revoked. This can lead to problems both personally…