On behalf of Bauer Law Office | Apr 21, 2020 | DUI
For those with mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder, our law firm knows that daily life is often very challenging. Some people choose to self-medicate by consuming alcohol, but this raises various...
On behalf of Bauer Law Office | Apr 15, 2020 | DUI
When Minnesota residents come under suspicion of DUI, how do officers test them? They have several tools in their arsenal that they may use. Some include tests like the blood alcohol content or breath test. Other tools include observation and a keen eye for probable...
On behalf of Bauer Law Office | Apr 6, 2020 | DUI
Minnesota has enhanced penalties for motorists found driving under the influence with their children in the car. The DUI may result in a gross misdemeanor charge and state officials may also investigate a parent for negligence or child endangerment. A first time DUI...
On behalf of Bauer Law Office | Apr 2, 2020 | DUI
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...
On behalf of Bauer Law Office | Mar 23, 2020 | 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...
On behalf of Bauer Law Office | Mar 5, 2020 | DUI
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...
On behalf of Bauer Law Office | Feb 11, 2020 | DUI
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...
On behalf of Bauer Law Office | Feb 5, 2020 | DUI
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...
On behalf of Bauer Law Office | Dec 30, 2019 | DUI
If you have been stopped by law enforcement in Minnesota on suspicion of drunk driving, you know that you cannot refuse to submit to a breath alcohol test without facing potential additional penalties. The results of these tests are often used as the primary evidence...
On behalf of Bauer Law Office | Dec 26, 2019 | DUI
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), over 40% of all fatal car accidents that occur during the holiday season are mainly caused by drunk driving. Fortunately, a majority of the social, legal and financial impacts of drunk driving...
