On behalf of Coodin & Overson, PLLP | Nov 7, 2020 | DUI/DWI
In Minnesota, it’s illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) over 0.08. However, some people have been arrested with a BAC lower than 0.08 if they appeared to be intoxicated. A DUI or DWI charge can be an expensive ordeal that costs you tens of...
On behalf of Coodin & Overson, PLLP | Sep 24, 2020 | DUI/DWI
If you’re convicted of a DUI in Minnesota, authorities could impose several restrictions on you. These include placing what is known as “whiskey” plates on your vehicle, issuing a B-card on your driver’s license and installing an ignition...
On behalf of Coodin & Overson, PLLP | Aug 28, 2020 | DUI/DWI
Those who are charged with drunk driving in Minnesota are allowed to dispute the charge with the assistance of legal counsel. Attorneys may use copies of police reports, videos taken at the scene and other information to help them create defenses for their clients....
On behalf of Coodin & Overson, PLLP | Jul 15, 2020 | DUI/DWI
A Minnesota woman has been charged with driving while under the influence and two counts of child endangerment for allegedly driving drunk with her 4-year-old twin children. After being taken into custody on June 24, the 41-year-old Eagan resident was transported to...
On behalf of Coodin & Overson, PLLP | Mar 6, 2020 | DUI/DWI
Drunk driving charges in Minnesota can lead to some serious consequences and legal penalties. In addition to the potential for heavy fines or jail time, offenders may face revocation or suspension of their driver’s licenses. This could prevent them from driving...
On behalf of Coodin & Overson, PLLP | Feb 7, 2020 | DUI/DWI
Police in Minnesota say that a Dakota County mayor was impaired by alcohol when he lost control of his SUV and drove into a snowbank on the evening of Jan. 11. The Eagan resident was arrested at the scene of the accident and transported to the Dakota County Jail in...
On behalf of Coodin & Overson, PLLP | Jul 11, 2019 | DUI/DWI
You’re driving home from the bar after having a few drinks when you see the flashing lights come on behind you. The natural reaction to noticing that a police officer is pulling you over is to panic. After having a few drinks, this feeling is likely amplified. The...
On behalf of Coodin & Overson, PLLP | Jun 20, 2019 | DUI/DWI
A DWI conviction can come with serious penalties in Minnesota, even for people facing a first offense in an incident where no one was injured. To be arrested for DWI, an individual must usually be found in control of a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC)...
On behalf of Coodin & Overson, PLLP | May 1, 2019 | DUI/DWI
Duluth, Minnesota, Fire Chief Dennis Edwards submitted a letter of resignation and accepted a demotion after a drunk driving arrest in late March. Edwards will return to his previous position as assistant fire chief, and with it will take a substantial pay cut. But...
On behalf of Coodin & Overson, PLLP | Jan 2, 2019 | DUI/DWI
In 2016, 111 million people reported driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. However, only 1 million people were taken into custody for impaired driving in Minnesota and throughout the country. When a person drinks alcohol, it can have a variety of effects on...
