In Minnesota, as in all states, driving while impaired and driving under the influence are illegal. The state’s legal alcohol limit is 0.08. Those in the medical field are not immune to the effects of alcohol and drugs. Doctors and nurses may turn to drugs and alcohol...
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Year: 2020
Do you know the full cost of a DUI?
Rather than spend money on a rideshare or ask a friend to take you home, you may decide to drive yourself if you do not live far from your favorite bar. Because of the short distance, you feel that there is little chance of the police pulling you over if you indulge...
What is the Minnesota Ignition Interlock Program?
Getting arrested for driving under the influence can be a stressful time. According to Intoxalock, to regain your driving privileges, you may have to participate in the Minnesota Ignition Interlock Program if you were arrested for a first offense DWI with a BAC over...
What are the penalties for marijuana possession in Minnesota?
Minnesota is one of the many states to have decriminalized the possession of small amounts of marijuana. There are, however, still limits to how much you can possess at any given time. Being aware of the rules of possession and the potential penalties can help you to...
Celebrating with friends and DUI charges
Often, people enjoy celebrating various events and accomplishments with their friends. For example, when someone is promoted, welcomes a child into their family or has another reason to celebrate, it is likely that they will include their friends at some point. Many...
Some health conditions may affect field-sobriety test results
Even if you have done nothing wrong, seeing flashing lights in your rear-view mirror probably makes you nervous. On the other hand, if you have had too much to drink, a roadside stop may be downright terrifying. Either way, you must realize the methods officers use to...
What should I do if accused of domestic violence?
Being accused of domestic violence often has serious consequences, even if the charges are dismissed or the accused party is found innocent in a court of law. The court of public opinion is also a very real jury in its own right, and domestic violence accusations can...
Defining consent in Minnesota
You may often hear stories of people in Hennepin County being accused of sexual assault and summarily dismiss the potential of ever finding yourself in such a situation. Yet in any scenario in which you attempt to engage in a romantic encounter with another, the...
Getting a DWI as a nurse in Minnesota
When you receive a DWI conviction in Minnesota, the consequences may impact your career. If you work as a nurse, you may worry that your professional license is at risk. Learn about the laws regarding continuing a career in nursing after an arrest for DWI. Reporting...
Minnesota’s DUI testing devices may produce inaccurate results
Motorists arrested for driving under the influence may take some comfort in knowing that a Minnesota court judge's ruling held that the state's roadside testing devices provide inaccurate results. At Bauer Law Office, I understand how the legal process works and when...