Memorial Day weekend is almost here, and for many, the holiday represents the first time they’ll be able to get their boat out on the water or up to their cottage. However, it’s also a very deadly weekend on the roads for a number of reasons: High number of drivers on the road. High speeds. […]
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Drinking On A Boat In Minnesota – Understanding The BWI Law
The spring season is here, and soon enough the weather will be warm enough for people to take their boat out on the lake for the first time. Whether you like to fish, ski or simply float at the sand bar, oftentimes the time spent on the water is paired with some alcoholic beverages. But what […]
4th of July in Minnesota – DUIs, BWIs, and Speeding Tickets
According to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, the 4th of July is the deadliest single day of the year. Drunk driving has typically accounted for 30 percent of traffic deaths in Minnesota, but that number rose to an average of 65 percent on the Fourth of July between 2008 and 2012. Historically, the 4th […]
BWI Facts for the Upcoming Memorial Day Weekend
Assuming the weather complies, thousands of Minnesotans will be hauling their Alumacraft or pontoon boat to their favorite lake over Memorial Day weekend. Jet skis, water-skiers, and fishermen will soon occupy the Land of 10,000 Lakes, and the increased presence on the lakes means everyone should take extra precautions to remain safe this holiday weekend. […]
Boating While Intoxicated (BWI)
BWI stands for “Boating While Intoxicated.” It is the same as a DWI charge, but indicates that the offender was operating a boat under the influence rather than a car. In Minnesota, it is illegal to operate a boat or personal watercraft with a blood alcohol concentration greater than .08. Violators of this law can […]
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