The last thing you’d want is for the police to pull you over, arrest you and charge you for drunk driving. It’s always best to avoid consuming alcohol if you’re going to get behind the wheel. Sometimes, people err in judgment, perhaps assuming they’re not intoxicated...
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The factors that can impact your alcohol content
A criminal charge involving the intoxicated operation of a vehicle can lead to serious criminal penalties that may impact the rest of your life. It is important that you not underestimate what you are up against and that you seek the most beneficial outcome to your...
Can police test for drugged driving?
You may have seen or heard the recent barrage of public service announcments on TV, radio, and online re-enforcing the message "Driving high is a DWI." In all states, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle while intoxicated by drugs or alcohol. For Minnesota...
Minnesota’s 2023 DWI Labor Day Campaign Results in Over 1,140 Arrests Statewide
From August 18th through September 4th, Minnesota law enforcment arrested over 1,140 individuals for DWI as part of a limited-time safety campaign. A spokesperson from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety stated that the officers who worked this campaign received...
What happens after I’m charged with DWI?
If a Minnesota police officer has taken you into custody for suspected drunk driving, this event may affect the next hours, days or even months of your life. It’s critical that you understand state laws. It is equally important to be aware of your rights, as well as...
Know your rights in case of a DWI traffic stop
As a driver, it can be intimidating to see the flashing lights of a law enforcement vehicle in your rearview mirror. When law enforcement initiates a traffic stop, it is because there is reasonable suspicion that a crime is taking place or Minnesota police witnessed...
DWI Enforcer All Stars Honored at Recent Twins Home Game
Nearly 26,000 DWI Arrests in Minnesota last year According to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Of the nearly 26,000 DWI arrests in 2022, 4,447 were made by the DWI Enforcer All Stars, some who were recently honored at the Minnesota Twins game on August 20,...
Increased patrols for drunk driving in Minnesota
The penalties for driving while impaired can include consequences such as time behind bars, expensive fines and more. In Minnesota, more drivers could be facing these penalties and more as the state increases drunk driving patrols as part of a limited-time safety...
Are you a Minnesota CDL holder with a DWI?
When you obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL), you must adhere to traffic laws and regulations that might be different from those that apply to regular license holders. If a Minnesota police officer pulls you over, whether you’re behind the wheel of a commercial...
Minnesota lawmaker is facing charges of drunk driving
The repercussions of driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol are significant. For many, a DWI in Minnesota can result in time behind bars, expensive fines and more. Additionally, this type of crime can impact one’s reputation and job opportunities. One...