In Minnesota, the act of fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle is a felony and considered a very serious charge by the state. It gets much worse if injury or death was caused as a result of the chase. Minnesota State Statute 609.487 spells out the full terms of this charge. It is… Read more »
Categorized: Criminal Defense
Is Your DWI Attorney Making These Common Mistakes?
For many attorneys, the majority of practical experience is obtained within the courtroom. DWI cases are among the more challenging ones to defend, largely due to the numerous variables that need to be examined and the social stigma that accompanies the charge. For an effective defense, the attorney needs to understand some science in addition… Read more »
What You Should Know About Stalking in Minnesota
Going for a late-night walk with someone you love is romantic… assuming both of you know that’s what’s happening, of course. While 90s romantic comedies turn the lonely heart pining from a distance into something poetic, in reality the sorts of things you see in these movies would get you arrested. Especially in Minnesota, which… Read more »
Blood and Urine Testing Following a Minnesota DWI Arrest
When an individual is pulled over for being suspected of driving while intoxicated (DWI), they are entitled to certain rights by Minnesota law. A police officer must adhere to these laws, which ensures an individual is protected. When an individual is taken into custody for a DWI, he or she may be asked to submit… Read more »
Is An Ignition Interlock a Possibility in All Vehicles in the Future?
If the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gets its way, every single American convicted of drunk driving will be required to use an ignition interlock device. They are also considering the impact upon traffic safety if every legal driver nationwide is required to use the technology, regardless of whether or not they have an… Read more »
Minnesota Sex Crimes Allegations Require An Aggressive Defense
If you have been accused of any sex crime (rape, child abuse, etc.), time is critical to prevent allegations from ruining your life. Often, in today’s society, where sex crimes are concerned, the person accused of a sex crime is considered guilty even if proven innocent. They bear the scarlet letter of being accused upon their… Read more »
The Various Degrees of Minnesota DWI Charges
Every state has its own laws regarding impaired driving, and there are often significant differences in the statutes and the penalties imposed. For example, Minnesota maintains an intensive supervised release (ISR) program with stringent demands on those convicted of felony DWI. Initial decisions by prosecutors regarding DWI charges may significantly impact outcomes and the ultimate… Read more »
A Review of Minnesota DWI Statistics and Trends
A Review of Minnesota DWI Statistics shows how many problems impaired driving has caused in the states over the past few years. This post offers a quick overview of statistics on arrests, accidents, injuries, and deaths in the state. Official statistics show that drinking and driving is common, but probably in decline because deaths, injuries and… Read more »
