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Jan: 26, 2014

Which Minnesota city had the most late-summer DUI arrests?

In the past, we wrote about how drivers need to be careful during certain times of the year, when law enforcement all over the state hits the streets in full force in order to make drunk driving arrests. Specifically, one of those times was between August and September.

Jan: 26, 2014

Minnesota crash statistics show decrease in deadly DWIs

The issue of drunk driving tends to get the public heated up pretty quickly. Minnesota has seen its own ongoing, passionate debate about DWI laws, especially with the recent changes involving harsher penalties for some first-time offenders and repeat offenders.

Jan: 26, 2014

Minnesota law enforcement increases focus on drunk driving

It’s that time of the year again. Not only are college students returning to school, but Labor Day is coming. Between now and the upcoming holiday, the past has shown that the rate of drunk driving and DWI accidents increase.

Jan: 26, 2014

Golf carts are also off limits to drive while drunk in Minnesota

In Minnesota, officials take drunk driving seriously. Sure, every suspect should be provided certain protections when it comes to their rights, but overall, the system is out to charge and convict people of drunk driving when it can. No matter what the situation, a person accused of DWI should always be vigilant to get out of their case with the best possible outcome.

Jan: 26, 2014

Protection of home defends Hennepin County man from DWI charge

During the month of December, the holidays are upon us. It is not uncommon for there to be holiday parties with holiday drinks. Along with the holiday festivities, however, comes an increased presence of law enforcement on Minnesota streets. It is important to never forget that a person has invaluable rights to protect himself from the personal and professional damage of a drunk driving charge.

Jan: 26, 2014

Boat driver’s alleged repeat DWI offense kills 4

According to a Minnesota report, it was supposed to be a happy pre-wedding party celebration. It certainly seemed to be an uplifting, festive idea: a deck-boat ride for the groom-to-be and some of his wedding guests on a summer night on Wisconsin’s Chippewa River. Unfortunately, last Friday’s celebration was cut short due to a sudden head-on collision with a speedboat that was traveling too fast that night. The deck boat was speeding too, it was later revealed.

Jan: 26, 2014

Minnesota court approves warrantless urine collection in DWI case

In the United States, the protection of citizen’s rights in the legal process is invaluable. We are given the benefit of the doubt that we are innocent until proven guilty. Therefore, we are provided a multitude of rights that protect us from being treated as “criminals.”

Jan: 26, 2014

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.

Jan: 26, 2014

Child reports his mom’s drunk driving to St. Paul school

Drunk driving is about more than criminal charges. There is usually a family behind the DWI defendant, whose safety and future depends on their loved one’s actions and consequences. A recent St. Paul incident exemplifies that truth.

Jan: 26, 2014

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.

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