Maybe you do not always drive the speed limits posted throughout Minnesota, and perhaps you feel that you sometimes press your luck when it comes to getting a traffic ticket. Knowing what is at stake if you were to have a run-in with the police could turn you into one...
Increased fees for drug makers to help opioid epidemic
As elsewhere in the country, Minnesota is struggling with residents under the grip of opioid addiction, both for legal prescription drugs and for illegal street drugs. To combat this problem, Tim Waltz, the Minnesota Governor, signed into law in May an opioid crisis...
Know the signs of problem drinking
Have you experienced negative consequences related to your drinking or are you worried about a family member's drinking? According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, more than 15 million adults struggle with alcohol use disorder. Seek help or...
Minnesota roundabout accident leads to DWI charge
Roundabouts are structures used in Minnesota and other areas of the world that are believed to help with the flow of traffic. However, they can be confusing for those who have little experience with them. Unfortunately, one man now faces multiple criminal charges,...
Fatal accident in Minnesota leads to drunk driving allegations
When people are accused of committing a crime in Minnesota, they often feel overwhelmed by the criminal justice system. Without legal training, they may be unaware of their options. For example, a man who police claim was drunk driving when he caused a fatal car...
Do not let a DUI ruin your trip to Target Field
Baseball season is finally in full swing, and the Twins are off to a decent start. While you may be planning a trip to Target Field to celebrate the end of Minnesota’s long winter, you do not want a DUI to ruin your outing. According to the Minnesota Office of Traffic...
Man facing serious criminal charges after child suffers injuries | Bauer Law Office
When accused of a serious crime, any person can feel out of control. Handling criminal charges can result in individuals being placed in scenarios that they have never been in before or at least have little knowledge about how to address effectively. If a person has...
Minnesota woman accused of fraud, other crimes | Bauer Law Office
The criminal justice system can seem overwhelming. Even the process of being questioned by law enforcement officers can be a nerve wracking experience, especially if the person suspected of a crime is not fully aware of his or her rights. Unfortunately, a woman in...
Responding to a first-time drunk driving charge in Minnesota
For people in Minnesota with little or no legal training, a criminal charge can seem overwhelming. Some people may feel that they are unprepared to make decisions on their own and that their life is ruined because of the charge. Fortunately, Bauer Law Office has the...
DWI and the loss of driving privileges in Minnesota
It would not be unusual for you to take driving for granted. If you have an appointment, need to get to work, class, a ball game or a party, you just hop in the car and go. However, if law enforcement arrests you on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, you could...
