Will a DWI DUI conviction impact my ability to drive a boat, all terrain vehicle or snowmobile?
Based on what has been called “Little Alan’s Law” in MN, yes, A DWI can affect your ability to drive a boat, all terrain vehicle or snowmobile. According to Minn. Stat. 84.91, if you are convicted of a DWI, you will be prohibited from driving a snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle for 1 year. Then, according to Minn. Stat. 86B.331, being convicted of a DWI will result in the loss of your ability to drive a boat for a period of 90 days.
Furthermore, the boating prohibition will only count during the months of May 1st through October 31st in any given year. It is important to note that the loss of these privileges directly ties to whether you are convicted of the DWI offense. The loss of license, or the implied consent civil revocation case tied to a DWI will not cause these two statutes to come into play.
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