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Minnesota has an implied consent law, this means by driving in Minnesota you have implied your consent to a blood or breath test upon request. Refusal is a crime. However, if you refuse to take a test, barring certain conditions, the officer must accept that refusal. When can officers ignore a refusal? Police officers can […]
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No one thinks it will happen to them. You certainly didn’t, but here you are. You’ve been charged with driving while intoxicated. It is your first time dealing with something like this, and you have no idea what to do or what to expect. The good news is, you do not have to tackle the
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There are two forms of DWI in Minnesota. The first is if law enforcement believes you’re impaired by alcohol or a drug to the point that your normal coordination or ability to drive is compromised. The other one is testing at a 0.08 or higher blood alcohol level. What Would Be Considered A Felony Level
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Did you know that there are two sides of a DWI in Minnesota (and most other states)? Minnesota law provides that whoever drives on a Minnesota road gives “implied consent” for their blood alcohol level to be tested by the police if they have probable cause to believe that you are over the .08 limit
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We all know that driving while under the influence of alcohol is a crime. But when, if ever, is it justifiable? Should an impaired driver be permitted to drive to safety to avoid a rape, attempted murder, or assault? According to the Minnesota Attorney General’s office, the answer is no, under NO circumstances. Not even if that
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Understanding Minnesota Criminal Vehicular Homicide Cases A Minnesota man was recently convicted of criminal vehicular homicide and multiple other felonies following a tragic DWI incident. The crash, which involved a snowmobile, resulted in the death of an 8-year-old boy and led to lawmakers revising Minnesota’s DWI laws to address off-road driving loopholes. The accident apparently
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Felony DWI Minnesota: What You Need to Know A man in Minnesota currently faces felony charges related to drinking and driving. The man is also accused of impersonating a police officer. However, those facing criminal charges for felonies in Minnesota are always presumed innocent until and unless their guilt is proved in court and beyond a reasonable
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