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Getting pulled over can make anyone’s stomach drop. Even if the person is sober or well below the legal limit, field sobriety tests can be unreliable. While many are beginning to question the accuracy of chemical tests, some are beginning to wonder whether field sobriety tests should be getting the same level of scrutiny. What are the steps in a…
Since the winter of 2010-2011, only about one out of every five snowmobile deaths in Minnesota happened before New Year’s Day. In other words, about 80% of snowmobile fatalities wait until after the holiday season. Year after year, and across neighboring states, the pattern holds. Now is the right time for Minnesotans to review snowmobile safety. And among the most…
While ignition interlock devices have prevented numerous drunk driving crashes, an investigation by the New York Times finds that the gadgets have also caused many accidents. The newspaper’s investigation found that interlocks have been effective as one study concluded states mandating their use have seen 15% fewer fatalities from alcohol-related crashes. What is an ignition interlock? The device is installed…
Minnesota is not the place you want to see those flashing lights in your rear-view mirror, especially if you have been drinking or if the officer only suspects you have been drinking. The reason is that we have the toughest laws in the country for dealing with drivers under the influence of alcohol, according to a recent analysis by a…
Drivers coming home from the bar often panic when they see red and blue lights flashing in their rearview mirror. However, some state officials are starting to question the validity and accuracy of Breathalyzer tests in assessing if someone is above the legal limit. According to a recent report, a Minnesota judge ruled in 2018 that many of the states…
It’s that time of year again – the hustle and bustle of the holiday season is upon us. It’s no secret that social drinking is part of American culture. While you can never have too much holiday cheer, when alcohol is flowing freely, it can be easy to have too much holiday “spirit.” The winter holiday season sees an increase…
You may worry about the effect a DWI can have on your life. But if you have a commercial driver’s license (CDL), a conviction can be especially serious. Not only do you face the penalties of a Minnesota DWI, but you can also lose your ability to work. Minnesota has harsh punishments for CDL drivers who violate the law. A…
The prosecution of DUI cases often depends upon the readings provided by Breathalyzers. These hand-held science labs are sophisticated tools that analyze the driver’s breath to determine if they are over the legal limit for driving under the influence. Millions of convictions are based on these devices indicating whether the reading is .08 or higher. There is now an investigation…
If you face DWI charges, you may worry about heavy fines, license suspension and even jail time. But as a college student, you can receive even more penalties. A University of Minnesota football player recently found out how a DWI can affect a student. After an arrest, he is no longer a member of the Gophers football team. Student lost…
Hundreds of Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) test kits in Minnesota were recently voluntarily recalled by their manufacturer for being potentially inaccurate. Needless to say, this is a major incident. It could throw many people’s DWI cases and convictions into confusion. Anybody convicted of DWI by blood test between August, 2018 and approximately June 14, 2019 is advised to have an…