Given how closely most people in Minnesota associate breath testing devices with drunk driving charges, you might believe their results to be infallible (why else would law enforcement authorities rely on them to justify a DUI arrest?). Yet, like many, you may...
What does a forensic toxicologist do?
If you are just starting your career, you are likely looking forward to a long and productive future. While the consequences from an unexpected arrest for driving under the influence of alcohol may make your future seem bleaker, a competent defense may help you put...
Check for open bottles before driving an unfamiliar vehicle
While it may seem like no big deal to use a friend's vehicle to run an errand, you may put yourself in a compromising situation if you are not careful. If your friend happens to leave open containers in his or her car and an officer pulls you over for any reason, you...
Prescription drugs can be the basis of a DWI
When you think about driver impairment that leads to DWI, you may think about alcohol or illegal drugs. While it is certainly true that these substances can cause impairment, you may not know that you can also face DWI charges after taking medications for which you...
What should I know about plea bargains and DUI?
Many people believe that the criminal process inevitably ends up with a jury trial, but this is actually not true in the majority of cases. Plea bargains are very common in the criminal justice system for all kinds of charges, including DUI. Whether or not it is smart...
