Minnesota DWI law and jail: Why do I need to bail my loved one out?
It’s one of those phone calls that nobody expects or wants to receive: your son, daughter, spouse, friend or other relative is in jail, arrested for DWI. But why is he or she in jail and need to be bailed out? Isn’t a DWI in Minnesota a citation? Aren’t most people...
Cited for DWI? You’re probably a man
If you’re reading this because you’re looking for a Minnesota DWI attorney, there is a good chance that you’re a man. That’s because men are three times as likely to get arrested for drunk driving as women, according to 2014 FBI statistics, the last year the agency...
A DWI in Minnesota Goes Beyond Alcohol Use
Pop quiz. Which of the following do you believe is true? “DWI” stands for “driving while impaired” under Minnesota law. Driving while impaired applies only to someone who has gotten behind the wheel after drinking beer, wine or spirits. You can’t get a DWI in...
Have a professional license? A DWI can harm your career, too
In Minnesota and all 50 states, it is against the law to drive if you have an alcohol content of .08 percent or higher. If you get pulled over after drinking and are convicted of a DWI, you risk losing a lot – perhaps more than you think. The criminal consequences of...
DWI in Minnesota? You face civil punishment, too
You already know you messed up by having one too many drinks and getting behind the wheel. You already know you’re facing jail time and hefty fines. But did you know that if you’re convicted of a DWI in Minnesota you could face civil penalties along with heavy...
Utah Lowers DWI Legal Limit to the Lowest Level in the Nation
This past spring, Utah became the first state to lower the DWI legal limit to 0.05 percent. This means that Utah has the strictest drunk driving law in the nation. Other states, including Minnesota, are also considering lowering the rate but currently, Minnesota uses...
Benefits of New Expungement Law for People with Criminal Records
A criminal record can have devastating consequences that last far longer than a jail term or probation. Felony and misdemeanor convictions can show up on a background search, which can impact things like employment opportunities, rental housing options, or college...
Your Right to Legal Advice During a DWI Investigation
Realizing you are about to be pulled over by the police after a night of drinking can cause intense stress and fear. The outcome of this encounter could mean the loss of your driving privileges, incarceration, costly fines and expenses, a criminal record, and more. In...
