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Category: Criminal Defense

New Minnesota drunk driving law takes effect, Part II

As we discussed in our previous post, using an ignition interlock device can now help those who are convicted of drunk driving in Minnesota avoid having their licenses revoked. These devices have been available in Minnesota under a pilot program since 2009. 1,900 people are currently using them. Of that number, only four people have been charged with DWI since the ignition interlock device was installed.

Minnesota man’s specific felony DUI marks a first in the state

As of July 1 in Minnesota, there is a new illegal drug in the state. It’s a synthetic drug, sold as “bath salts” that mimics the physical effects of other already illegal drugs such as marijuana and LSD. The substance has been outlawed in Minnesota and throughout the county because of the reported dangers it poses to users.

Supreme Court ruling affects drunk driving cases across country

Being charged with drunk driving or driving under the influence has a significant impact on someone’s life. It not only affects a defendant, but it affects their entire family. It’s a serious issue that deserves a strong defense no matter what. The Supreme Court made a recent ruling that helps clarify what makes a valid DUI defense.

Minnesota man scoots out of scooter DWI charges on appeal

Occasionally you might hear about someone getting picked up for a DWI while driving a lawnmower or some other type of recreational vehicle; however one Minnesota man made it into the headlines when he was arrested for a DWI while riding on a personal mobility scooter.

Minnesota court finds cracks in windshield-related DWI defense

It all basically started with a windshield. A crack in a Burnsville woman’s windshield prompted what has become a debated DWI and assault case. It’s gone through the district court and recently was heard and ruled upon by the Court of Appeals of Minnesota.

Drinking and Flying Don’t Mix? Drunk Flyer Detoxed and Sent to Jail After Assaulting Cops

A reminder for travelers drinking and flying: maybe do your drinking after you get on the plane. Earlier this weekend, a Minneapolis flyer was arrested when she had the police called on her for being extremely intoxicated while waiting to board a plane at the Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport. Not only was she not allowed to board her flight, she was also taken in to custody. The police planned to merely send her to Detox to sleep it off. But, that was not good enough for her.

Minnesota debate: Should Sunday liquor sales be legalized?

In this time of economic hardship, it isn’t surprising that Minnesota lawmakers are debating whether to allow liquor sales on Sundays. Most states already allow this, with Minnesota being one of the only 13 states left to take on the more progressive business option regarding alcohol.

Driver Sentenced to 4 years for Criminal Vehicular Homicide (CVH)

Recently, Hennepin County District Court Judge Mark Wernick sentenced a driver to four years in prison for Criminal Vehicular Homicide, even though it was dark and rainy out at the time the driver accidentally struck a pedestrian. John R. Peterson, the 23 year old driver, was convicted of Criminal Vehicular Homicide for accidentally running over Kandyce Stoffel. The victim was also 23 at the time, and was walking in the road in Dinkytown, a section of Minneapolis, Minnesota near the University of Minnesota, at the time of the crash.

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