More than 3,000 Minnesotans earned distracted driving citations during the April enforcement window. According to the Minnesota Department of Traffic Safety Office of Traffic Safety, a total of 3,427 drivers were cited by 275 agencies across the state. Law enforcement officials ran a weeks-long crackdown in April with the hopes of helping drivers realize that […]
Avoid the Sting of a Traffic Stop: Know Your Rights
Getting pulled over by the police is never a pleasant experience, but it can be especially daunting if you don’t know your rights. Knowing your rights during a traffic stop can help protect you from an illegal traffic stop and potentially prevent any unnecessary trouble, as well as fines or charges. In this article, we’ll […]
How Expensive Is A DUI In Minnesota?
You’ve probably heard that it is much cheaper to call a cab or hail an Uber than it is to get a DUI in Minnesota, but just how expensive is a DUI? In today’s blog, we take a closer look at the potential fine amounts associated with a DUI, and we shine a light on […]
How Much Marijuana Can You Have In Your System To Drive Legally?
Minnesota recently passed a law allowing for recreational use of marijuana, and one of the major concerns prior to the law’s passage was how to ensure that legal use of the drug did not lead to problems behind the wheel. There is no standard roadside marijuana detection system like their is for alcohol. You’re probably […]
Does My BAC Level Matter In A DWI Case?
Not all drunk driving charges are the same, and there are certain factors that can influence how you are charged if you are caught driving while intoxicated. We’ve talked about aggravating DWI factors on the blog in the past, which include having a previous DWI within the last 10 years or having a minor in […]