Driving while intoxicated is a serious crime, even as a first offense. It only takes one moment of poor judgment to get behind the wheel while under the influence of alcohol and potentially hinder your professional practice for years to come. Lawyers, physicians,...
Criminal Defense
False positives on a DUI charge are possible: What may cause them
A DUI is a serious charge that may have significant consequences for your future educational and career prospects. There are tests police officers may perform when they stop you. Generally, the tests used are physical or chemical. However, these common tests have...
How a DWI can harm a young adult’s reputation
There is no shame in making the most of your youth during your college years and your early days in the workforce. If the fun times get out of hand and you suddenly receive a DWI charge, however, there can be serious implications for your professional reputation. The...
Are women often charged with domestic violence?
Most people think of domestic violence victims as battered women afraid to speak up. However, according to the Center for Disease Control, one in ten men also suffer domestic abuse. While it is true that some females commit acts of abuse against males, many accused...
How does a police stop affect your teen’s psyche?
Because you have had your driver's license for more than a few years, you probably have dealt with at least one traffic stop. These stops can be hard on your emotional state, as you must face both police authority and the possibility of an expensive citation or even...
Common causes of a false positive in a DWI traffic stop
Getting stopped by the police on your way home may do more than startle you. At the end of the interaction, the officer may ask you to submit to testing to determine whether you are driving under the influence. A DWI charge may bring with it some serious...
Yes, you can get a DUI on a scooter
Going green may mean ditching a full-sized vehicle and getting a moped or scooter to get around the Twin Cities. Keep in mind that driving a smaller single-rider vehicle does not make you immune to getting cited for traffic offenses. Any propelled vehicle is subject...
How a prescription may lead to addiction
An injury may leave you in a fair amount of pain. Finding relief in the form of prescription medication may provide the only pause in the pain. When the medication runs out, you must learn to manage pain without it. Finding alternate ways to manage constant pain may...
Soft drug decriminalization does not include dabs, oil or wax
As jurisdictions across the United States revise laws on soft drugs like cannabis for both medicinal and recreational purposes, dab, oil and wax forms of the substance are becoming increasingly popular among users. With that said, not all states approach these...
Does alcohol ignite domestic violence?
At the root of domestic violence sits the need for one person to control or exert power over another. Adding alcohol to an already volatile situation can cause it to escalate, and the combination can become deadly. However, taking alcohol out of the equation does not...
