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Those arrested for driving while impaired (DWI) offenses in Minnesota face numerous significant penalties if convicted, not to mention loss of license, vehicle and license plates. A judge can order them to pay fines and even sentence them to incarceration. The history of the driver accused and the circumstances leading to their arrest influence what penalties a judge may choose…
Summer is quickly approaching which means the kickoff holiday, Memorial Day, will soon see Minnesota residents celebrating. Many people hold get-togethers on Memorial Day weekend, which often includes drinking alcohol. Drivers should be aware of their limits when it comes to drinking and be prepared for extra speed enforcement and awareness campaigns throughout the state in the hopes of reducing…
When it comes to driving while impaired/intoxicated (DWI), the usual suspects often include alcohol and illicit substances. However, there is one often overlooked culprit: prescription medications. These drugs, even when taken as prescribed, may potentially put drivers in dangerous situations. How prescription drugs may impair driving In Minnesota, it is unlawful to operate a vehicle when under the influence of…
Facing DWI charges in Minnesota can be incredibly stressful. There are many possible outcomes when one is facing such serious charges. In some cases, the charges could be dismissed or reduced. If one is convicted, there could be fines, jail time, or loss of driving privileges. A recent collision in St Louis County has left a driver facing uncertainty after…
When a Minnesota driver is pulled over under suspicion of DWI, the police officer on the scene may perform some field sobriety tests to determine if the driver is intoxicated. A preliminary breath test (PBT) test may also be administered to gauge the driver’s alcohol content. If someone is arrested, they may be asked for a blood and/or urine sample…
If a Minnesota police officer has pulled you over and asked you to take a field sobriety test, you can logically assume that he or she is trying to establish probable cause to make a drunk driving arrest. You’re not obligated to take a sobriety test during a traffic stop. Declining does not protect you from police custody, however, because…
Teens and young adults in Minnesota, and elsewhere, can make some stupid decisions when it comes to drinking and driving. They don’t always have the cognitive ability to understand just how serious the consequences can be when they drive while under the influence of alcohol. But underage drinking is a very real problem that can lead to severe consequences if…
It can be overwhelming to see the flashing lights of a law enforcement officer in your rearview mirror. Once you see police indicating that you need to pull over, you know that it is important to pull over as soon as it is safe to do so. However, you may not know what to expect or what is going to…
Suddenly being pulled over and suspected of any kind of traffic violation can be a frightening and nerve-wracking experience for anyone traveling the roadways here in Minnesota. This can especially be true if law enforcement has reason to believe you were driving while intoxicated. However, the police can’t just pull you over without having a credible reason to do so.…
Facing charges for driving while intoxicated can create one of the most challenging situations anyone in Minnesota or across the nation may ever encounter. Thoughts of significant fines, the possible loss of driving privileges and the ability to secure employment, and even the potential of serving time in jail can create a lot of sleepless nights. Fortunately, formal DWI accusations…