DUI/DWI
Everything First-Time DUI Offenders Need to Know About Minnesota’s Legal SystemPosted in DUI/DWI on February 16, 2026
Under Minnesota Statute § 169A.20, “driving while impaired” (DWI) charges arise from various situations, such as operating a vehicle while impaired due to alcohol, drugs, or other substances or testing a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or higher. The consequences of first-time DWI offenses are not limited to criminal penalties, which carry a maximum of… read more
When Can You Request to Speak to a Lawyer After a DUI Arrest?Posted in DUI/DWI on February 16, 2026
In the stillness of the night, the flashing lights of law enforcement vehicles cast an ominous glow as reality sets in – you’ve been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI). It’s a moment of terror, that can feel like the world is crashing down around you, as you are filled with fear, uncertainty, and… read more
Can You Get a DWI in a Parked Car?Posted in DUI/DWI on February 16, 2026
Driving while under the influence is not only illegal, but it is also highly dangerous to you and anyone else that may come into contact with you while you are intoxicated behind the wheel. Many people may be surprised to learn that even if a car is parked, they may still be charged with a… read more
Will I Need an Ignition Interlock Device after My First DWI in Minnesota?Posted in DUI/DWI on February 16, 2026
Ignition interlock devices help Minnesota law enforcement limit the number of intoxicated drivers who take to the roads. While the state of Minnesota does not require individuals who receive their first DWI to install ignition interlock devices in their cars, such devices can be useful. If you opt to install an ignition interlock device in… read more
Can You Drive High in Minnesota?Posted in DUI/DWI on February 16, 2026
Minnesota’s relationship with marijuana is complicated. Medical marijuana has been allowed since 2014, but only under strict circumstances, and it can only be purchased from a dozen licensed dispensaries in the state. Possession of small amounts of marijuana has been decriminalized for decades. However, recreational marijuana is not technically legal in the state. Regardless of… read more
Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana: Minnesota DWI Laws You Should KnowPosted in Criminal Defense,DUI/DWI on February 16, 2026
While medical marijuana is a legal substance in Minnesota, driving while under the influence of this drug is not legal. A person can receive a driving while impaired charge if he or she drives under the influence of marijuana or another controlled substance that can impact his or her brain, muscles, or nervous system. Avoid… read more