There are many ways police obtain evidence for criminal cases. One is through property searches. Now, one of the big issues when it comes to such a search is whether police had the proper authorization to do it. Evidence found in an invalid search may be able to be...
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What signs of intoxication do police look for during a stop?
Being pulled over by police is an experience people would rather avoid. No one wants to get ticketed, or worse, arrested for a mistake they've made behind the wheel. This can be especially true in the context of drunk driving. But people all across Minnesota are...
How binge drinking leads to impaired young drivers
Binge drinking is very popular with teenagers, especially those who are experiencing life on a college campus, but alcohol doesn't mix well with the responsibility of driving a car. When teens who have been binge drinking get behind the wheel, they are a danger to...
Repeat offenses can lead to escalated DWI charges and penalties
Being charged with drunk driving can be a scary, embarrassing and stressful experience. Not only are you facing the possibility of a criminal conviction, you could also lose your license and suffer damage to your reputation and relationships. These consequences can be...
Your ignition interlock knows more about you than you think
It's been almost 10 years since Minnesota instituted the ignition interlock program. Currently, about 10,000 drivers are enrolled. The Department of Public Safety claims the program has been widely successful in reducing the number of drunk drivers on the roads,...
Parents: Don’t let a text destroy your teen’s future
Young people today don't know what it's like to be without the Internet, a camera and a phone all within arm's reach. For them, things like texting, Snapchatting, tweeting and video messaging are all second nature. Unfortunately, this means they aren't always as...
How Can Someone Question the Validity of a Blood Alcohol or Breathalyzer Test?
The legal blood alcohol concentration limit in the United States is 0.08% across all states. The legal limit for someone under the age of 21 is 0%. If the test returns a level higher than this, the person is guilty of driving under the influence; however, what if the...
How supposed study drugs can lead to trouble for your child
Sending a child off to college is one of those mixed-emotion milestones in life. As a parent, you know you'll miss your son or daughter and will worry while school is in session. On the other hand, you've invested many years into raising your child to be ready for...
Impaired driving can suspend or end a commercial driver’s career
In the state of Minnesota, many good men and women drive commercial vehicles. It is a career that offers financial freedom if you are willing and able to work difficult hours and are able to keep strict schedules. Like other drivers, those who operate commercial...
College and DUI don’t typically fare well together
When you're away from your family at college, you may understandably experience moments of loneliness or even sadness when missing familiar sights and sounds of home. Most colleges in Minnesota and elsewhere offer plenty of sports, extracurricular activities and...
