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Avoiding trouble is a natural inclination, especially when the trouble comes from law enforcement. When drivers are pulled over by police, they may refuse to answer questions or allow a search of their vehicles, which is within their rights. However, in Minnesota, a DWI test refusal is a violation of the law and can lead to serious charges. One local…
It is the rare teenager who does not go through phases of rebellion or emotional turmoil. Sometimes this is the result of physical changes, and other times it may be a response to external factors like family dynamics or school bullying. It is not uncommon for these situations to lead to underage drinking and the legal trouble that often follows.…
Driving a commercial vehicle can be a rewarding experience. Whether you drive long distances or around the Minneapolis area, you are providing a valuable service to individuals and businesses. Trucking also allows you to work independently outside of an office environment. You may get to meet new people and see different places every day. Unfortunately, being a truck driver can…
Summer is over, and fall is well underway. However, many in Minnesota are still dealing with events that took place in the last weeks of the previous season. More than a lingering tan or vacation debt, some may be facing the consequences of a drunk driving arrest. In fact, the Department of Public Safety recently released its statistics from its…
A drunk driving charge can quickly become even more serious when it follows an accident in which someone else suffers injuries. What may have been a misdemeanor offense likely escalates to a felony DWI. Perhaps the riskiest step a driver can take when in this position is to answer questions from police without first obtaining legal advice. One Minnesota man…
No matter how financially stable you may be, chances are that you don’t have thousands of dollars you would be willing to throw away for no good reason. However, the consequences of a drunk driving conviction can often seem like just that. While you likely understand that even a first-offense DWI may include a fine and court costs, often the…
When claims are made in police reports, it may be easy to assume that those representations are correct without carefully considering the evidence behind them. However, a person is presumed to be innocent unless and until there is sufficient evidence presented in court that proves guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. In some cases, some of the evidence that police say…
Many people in Minnesota value the historical significance of certain buildings. Unfortunately, buildings that have been around for over 100 years may not be as structurally sound and able to weather an impact when compared to more modern construction. In fact, police claim that a building built in in the 1800s recently sustained significant damage in an incident they claim…
An arrest for drunk driving opens the door to potentially life-altering consequences. While it is possible that a Minnesota driver may find clemency in the courts when facing a simple DWI charge, certain factors can aggravate those charges and enhance the sentences for conviction. For example, the damage or destruction of property during a crash involving alcohol may complicate the…
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, steep fines and license suspension. When facing one serious factor, driving with a minor in the vehicle, those…