Memorial Day weekend is almost here, and if you’re like a lot of Minnesotans, that means you’ll soon be spending time on a boat or near the water. Hanging out on the beach or cruising around the lake can be a great way to spend the long weekend, but if you’re not careful, you can […]
Can Police Pull Over Your Boat Whenever They Want?
Minnesota traffic laws hold that police cannot stop a driver unless they have probable cause to believe that a violation has occurred. You are protected against unreasonable searches and seizures, so police can’t just randomly stop you and start looking for evidence of a crime. If they have no probable cause for pulling you over, […]
Boating DUI Enforcement To Hit The Lakes Over Holiday Weekend
If you plan on ringing in America’s independence on the lake this upcoming weekend, make sure that you have a sober boat captain, because police will be out in extra force looking for inebriated drivers. According to the news release, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, the Minnesota State Patrol, county sheriff’s offices and other […]