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Repeat DUI Offender Consequences: Penalties & Outcomes

Driving under the influence of alcohol or any other impairing substance is not something the state of Minnesota takes lightly. While the state understands that people make mistakes, the consequences associated with a DUI conviction can become increasingly severe, especially for repeat DUI offenders. Even a first-time DUI can have serious repercussions, but penalties escalate

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Youth Diversion Program in Ramsey County: Good or Bad?

The Minneapolis area has a wide variety of juvenile offenders. Teens and even younger children are involved in drug crimes, assaults, gun-related offenses and robberies — among various other crimes. If they were adults, these offenses would land them behind bars for quite some time if convicted. One county in the area is trying a different approach to how juvenile

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Do I have to install in ignition interlock device on my car?

There are many penalties associated with an arrest or conviction on a driving while impaired charge. For many Minnesota residents, one such penalty is the requirement to install an ignition interlock device on their vehicles. Who has to do this?  Current state laws  State laws regarding the installation of an ignition interlock device date back some

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Fatal Pedestrian Accident Under Investigation in Minnesota

Police investigators in Minnesota are currently investigating a Pedestrian Accident that claimed a woman’s life. This accident occurred on Aug. 14, near the University of Minnesota soccer facility. It is unclear if the driver believed responsible has been officially charged. What happened? According to reports, a 29-year-old female was walking to the soccer facility to meet

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Arrest made in fatal hit-and-run case, murder charges filed

Police in Minneapolis reportedly arrested the individual believed responsible for a fatal hit-and-run collision that recently occurred in the area. The accused is now facing murder charges. If convicted, he is looking at imprisonment, fines and several other significant consequences. What happened? On July 20, law enforcement authorities received reports of an accident on Queen

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