BWI

Minnesota has severe punishments waiting in store for anyone charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI). On top of fines and jail time, convicted drivers also face potential license suspensions or impoundment – even if they’ve just been convicted of their first DWI offense. But there’s more to a DWI charge than just fines, prison sentences, and

It could have happened to anyone. You are pulling out of a crowded parking lot after a dinner out and dent another car’s bumper. You enjoyed an alcoholic drink or two while eating dinner, and now the other vehicle’s owner has called the police and accused you of drunk driving. This type of situation is

If you are arrested in Minnesota and charged with drunk driving, you may or may not be able to mitigate your circumstances and resolve your case without a conviction or DWI interlock systems restrictions. Often, your chances of achieving a positive outcome in court are greater if the charge is for a first offense. However,

A 40-year-old man is preparing for criminal proceedings after being taken to police custody in Minnesota on a recent Monday. He was driving a vehicle involved in a single-car crash, and there were several occupants in his car at the time. The incident resulted in a DWI arrest.   Two passengers in the man’s car were

It is not uncommon for a Minnesota police officer to ask a driver to exit a vehicle if he or she suspects the person of intoxication. The officer might also ask a driver to take a horizontal gaze nystagmus test, which is a specialized eye test used to determine if there is probable cause to

When you are facing drunk driving charges in Minnesota, many things are on the line. Your financial well-being, your personal freedom and your future opportunities are all at stake, and you will benefit from taking your situation seriously. Even if it is your first offense, you could find yourself facing penalties that may alter the

A recent Thursday morning included a former Hennepin, Minnesota commissioner being held in a county jail. The 61-year-old man was arrested the night before. He is now facing several charges for suspected DWI, as well as repercussions for allegedly refusing a Breathalyzer test after his arrest. Dayton police made the arrest just after 9:30 p.m.

If you’re driving along a Minnesota roadway and a police officer pulls you over, it is critically important that you understand your rights, especially if the officer asks you to exit your vehicle. It is always best to comply with this request. When a police officer tells you to exit your vehicle, it typically suggests

When Minnesota police notice a driver exhibiting certain behaviors, such as swerving or driving at inconsistent speeds, they may initiate a traffic stop for suspected drunk driving. The officer will talk with the driver to determine if there are additional steps to take, including the administration of field sobriety tests. If the driver does not