Driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious offense in Minnesota. When officers pull over drivers for suspected drunk driving, they may ask them to take a breath test. Refusing this test can lead to severe consequences. Here is what drivers should know about...
The start of the last decade saw nearly 12,000 people losing their lives in motor vehicle accidents due to drunk drivers in 2020. That year accounted for 30 percent of all traffic-related deaths, representing a 14.3 percent increase compared to the previous year. On a...
Receiving a charge of driving under the influence can cause someone to land in jail, pay a significant amount of fines, lose their license or a combination of two or more of those things. Even with the threat of losing their freedom, every day many people across the...
If you or someone you know recently experienced a vehicle search in Minnesota, the ordeal probably raised many questions and concerns. You might be wondering if the search was lawful. Here are some things you should know about search and seizure laws in Minnesota....
In Minnesota, the punishment for a DWI conviction can vary significantly depending on the situation. For example, a DWI defendant with multiple previous charges could face harsher consequences. It can be beneficial to understand the guidelines that Minnesota courts...
Minnesota takes DWI very seriously, A conviction carries punishments and long-term effects you do not want, from serving time in jail to losing your license to forfeiting your vehicle. Whether you have a previous conviction or this is your first DWI arrest, you can...
Typically, the state of Minnesota considers driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol to be a misdemeanor offense. However, in some cases, you could be charged with felony DWI. This may be true if you cause significant harm or death to another person or...
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