Halloween night is Friday, and when the holiday falls on or around a weekend, police usually bulk up their operation to ensure Trick or Treaters and drivers can stay safe. And while we haven’t heard an official announcement yet from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, it’s safe to assume that police will have extra enforcement in neighborhoods and on highways to look for dangerous driving behaviors and drunk drivers.
In the past, more than 300 law enforcement agencies across the state came together as part of a coordinated extra enforcement campaign over the Halloween holiday weekend, and we expect something similar to happen this weekend. The fact that the holiday falls on a Friday means that there is likely to be even more foot and vehicle traffic around the Twin Cities on Halloween and throughout the weekend, which means police will need to be ready to respond appropriately.
It’s never wise to drink and drive, but this weekend is probably one of the worst weekends of the year to make that mistake. Kids will be running all over neighborhoods as they Trick or Treat, and unpredictable kids in dark costumes are hard enough to navigate when you’re fully focused on the road. Police will also be out with extra enforcement, so it’s even more likely that a minor infraction or a vehicle issue like a broken tail light will be spotted and result in a traffic stop.
Know Where To Turn When Trouble Strikes
Despite our warnings, it’s inevitable that hundreds if not thousands of Minnesotans will be pulled over this weekend, and you need to know where to turn when trouble strikes. At Appelman Law Firm, we answer our phones 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so that you can always get in contact with a lawyer in your time of need. Whether that’s at one in the afternoon or 3:27 a.m., we’re ready to assist and ensure you avoid a worst case scenario. Don’t stay locked up for days until you can be seen by a judge; connect with a lawyer who can secure your freedom and begin building a strong defense.
Halloween should be a fun weekend for people of all ages, but it can become a nightmare if you don’t plan ahead or you make rash decisions. We’re here to help, but we’d prefer that you arranged a sober driver or took public transportation to ensure you don’t earn a DWI or put the public at risk. A cop car in your rearview mirror is a scary sight, so make smart decisions this weekend to ensure your Halloween weekend doesn’t take a frightful turn.
For legal assistance or immediate legal advice, give the team at Appelman Law Firm a call day or night. We can be reached at (952) 224-2277. Have a safe and wonderful Halloween weekend!
