DUI/DWI

Police officers will often request drivers to perform field sobriety tests if they suspect that the driver is impaired. For instance, say that a police officer pulled someone over for running a stop sign. If the driver has slurred speech and bloodshot eyes, the...

Being arrested for DWI in Minnesota can be a scary and overwhelming situation. A conviction can mean jail time, significant fines, the loss of your license, and an impact on your job and reputation.  With so much at risk, you must consider every possible defense...

A DUI arrest can affect just about every part of your life. Even if a judge hasn’t heard your case yet and you have been released from jail for the time being, you probably had your driver’s license taken by the police. You’ve still got at least one court appearance...

Drunk driving tends to be more common in the summer, leading to an increase in accidents and arrests. While DWI arrests occur all year round, and there is never a season where they don't happen, some studies have found a slight increase during the summer months. For...

Seeing the red and blue lights in your rearview mirror can be stressful. Even if you don’t believe you have done anything wrong, you may instantly go into a state of panic.  If the police pull you over for suspected DUI, one of the best things you can do is to remain...

You may already know that driving while intoxicated is against the law in Minnesota, but did you know that applies to boating as well? When you’re driving a boat, you cannot be intoxicated behind the wheel. According to the laws in Minnesota, driving while impaired is...

Gaining a conviction for a DUI offense can have serious repercussions for a person’s life. For example, an individual may be solely dependent on driving for career purposes. Additionally, not having road privileges can mean having to make significant adjustments to...

If you are a motorist, there is a pretty good chance that you will be stopped by the police for some reason during your lifetime. And if you have ever been pulled over, you know full well how those flashing red and blue lights can trigger fear and anxiety. Being...

One of the primary punishments associated with a DUI conviction in Minnesota is having driving privileges suspended. However, Minnesota has taken an usual approach to this practice that other states do not use as a general rule. There is a possibility of not having...

If you are convicted of drunk driving in the state of Minnesota, you may be required to install an ignition interlock device (IID) on your vehicle. This device measures the amount of alcohol on your breath, and it won't allow the car to start if your blood alcohol...