If you’re one of the more than 3 million CDL holders in Minnesota and throughout the United States, you might be a bus driver or a long-haul trucker. Perhaps you haul heavy equipment. No matter what your specific duties are, you no doubt understand the serious...
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What are the penalties for a first-time DWI in Minnesota?
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a charge that involves serious penalties in the state of Minnesota. Even people facing charges for the first time could face fines, jail time and the loss of their license. What consequences might come with a first-time drunk driving...
How could a DWI affect your job opportunities?
A criminal conviction can change a life in various unexpected ways. For example, a drunk driving conviction may affect one’s career even years after an arrest. A DWI in Minnesota can bring a range of penalties that include time behind bars, expensive fines and a...
What should a driver know about a DWI traffic stop?
Seeing the flashing lights of a law enforcement vehicle can be frightening for a Minnesota driver. After pulling over, the driver may then learn that he or she was stopped because the officer suspects the driver of intoxicated operation of his or her vehicle. At this...
City council member in need of DWI defense
A council member in Robbinsdale is facing not only charges but also dismissal from the council following a serious altercation with police. Minnesota authorities confirmed the man was found to be allegedly intoxicated following an extended chase with officers, and...
Is Your Vehicle Still Street Legal After You Modified it From the Factory? MN Appellate Court Says Cops Can Pull You Over Anyway
The Minnesota Court of Appeals released a new opinion today that might surprise you, although it comes as no surprise to us. It opens the door for officers to stop vehicles if the vehicle was originally equipped with unnecessary components that have been removed by...
Driving restrictions after DWI arrest
One minute, you’re driving along a Minnesota roadway, and the next, you notice red and blue lights flashing on a police car behind you. You bring your vehicle to a safe stop on the side of the road. An officer approaches, asks to see your driver’s license and...
Breathalyzer problems could affect a criminal case against you
When facing criminal charges involving the intoxicated operation of a vehicle, your future interests are at stake. Whether it is your first offense or you have previous DWI convictions on your record, you would be wise to take immediate steps to protect your interests...
Strong DWI defense most likely needed for bus driver
A bus driver has been accused of driving several student athletes (several under 16 years of age) and their coaching staff while under the influence of alcohol, according to a recent report. The Minnesota State Patrol confirmed the 47-year-old driver was arrested and...
DWI arrest without drinking does occur
If a Minnesota police officer makes a traffic stop and asks the driver to exit his or her vehicle, it is likely that the officer suspects the driver of intoxication or other impairment. During this type of traffic stop, a police officer might ask a driver to take a...