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...
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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...
Are there fewer drunk drivers in Minnesota than in other states?
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...
Refusing DWI testing can lead to license revocation
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...
Are Breathalyzer tests always accurate?
Law enforcement officers in Minnesota use many tools and techniques to determine if they believe someone is driving under the influence of alcohol. One of the tools commonly used is the Breathalyzer. This compact machine is designed to take a sample of someone’s...
What does implied consent mean?
Some Minnesota drivers may not be aware of implied consent or may not fully understand what it means. It’s important for anyone who operates a motor vehicle in the state to understand implied consent, so they are aware of their rights when stopped under suspicion of...
What are aggravating factors in DWI charges?
Being accused of driving while under the influence can be harrowing enough as is, as a conviction for similar offenses carries serious penalties that could have a lingering impact on one’s life. However, there may be some scenarios in which facing similar allegations...
Knowing what to expect from Standardized Field Sobriety Tests
There may be a variety of strategies authorities might employ when seeking to determine the possible presence of impairment during a traffic stop. One common step could involve the administration of Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. Knowing what to expect from SFSTs...