As is the case with many legal issues, the answer to the question “is a DWI a misdemeanor or a felony in Minnetonka” is that it depends. While first-time offenses are typically misdemeanors, there are situations where the state could pursue felony DWI charges. The...
If you have been arrested under suspicion of driving while impaired (DWI), the severity of the charge will depend on the circumstances. In some situations, a DWI case could be treated as a felony under state law. The distinction between felony and misdemeanor DWI is...
In Bloomington, any conviction for driving while impaired (DWI) can have serious consequences including jail time or the loss of your driving privileges. While first-time offenders often avoid additional jail time following a conviction, the stakes are much higher for...
Unsure of what happens when you are convicted of driving while impaired (DWI) in Edina? The consequences of your conviction could last a lifetime. Jail time and fines are a possibility, but you could also face other consequences you were not expecting. The good news...
There is no simple answer to the question “what is the penalty for DWI in Bloomington?” There is a range of possible penalties for these cases, and the circumstances that surround your case will play a major role. What’s more, DWI charges come with a sentencing range...
Unsure of which criminal charge is worse: DUI or DWI? In Bloomington, these abbreviations are used interchangeably. That is because the state’s drunken driving law is known as driving while impaired, or DWI. Many other states use the abbreviation DUI to refer to their...
Lawmakers, MADD, and other anti-drunk driving groups have successfully lobbied for harsher sentencing on repeat DWI offenders, in hopes of deterring those drivers from offending again in the future. Many repeat DWI offenders suffer from chemical dependency issues or...
Given the significant focus of resources on drunk driving in Minnesota and across the U.S., most people would not be surprised that states have enacted other laws to help reduce the number of DWIs. One such law in Minnesota and many other states forbids occupants from...
Segway mobility devices have become increasingly popular for vacationing, touring, and getting around in a fun and economical fashion. Most people have used one of these powered stand-up scooter devices or seen them in a movie or television show like Mall Cop. Many...