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Is There a Difference between Drunk and Drugged Driving in MN?

If you are charged in Minnesota with drugged driving, you may be wondering if the possible penalties or charges you face are less severe than driving under the influence of alcohol. Well, not to be the bearer of bad news, but that’s unfortunately not the case.

In some states, there is a legal distinction between drunk and drugged driving, but in Minnesota, there is no distinction. A DWI, the charge faced by most people under the

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Don’t Let Holiday Partying Lead to Minnesota DUI

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: DWI/DUI

People love the holidays – and what is there not to love? It’s a time of year where cheer and joy are in abundance, and you get together with friends and family that you may not get to see the rest of the year. Many of these festive get-togethers involve alcohol, which is why there’s often an increase in arrests for driving under the influence that seem to coincide with the season.

Most people realize that there are

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MN Police Will Be Watching for These Common Holiday Crimes

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: DWI/DUI | Holidays | Theft Crimes

The holidays herald in many seasonal specialties. Some are great, like hot cocoa and gift-giving, while others aren’t so great, like an increase in certain crimes.

Several types of crimes see a surge in Minnesota around the holidays. Here are some of the top crimes to be on the lookout for this holiday season, as well as what penalties can be faced by those who get caught breaking the law.

Shoplifting

There’s no doubt that the

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Letting Your Teen Drink and Drive on Thanksgiving Is Against MN Law

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: DWI/DUI | Juvenile Law

As a parent, you are allowed under the law to make certain decisions for your children – including whether or not to give them alcohol. However, there are some very serious issues to be aware of if you allow your teen to drink at family gatherings or just at home with you.

If you want to allow your teen to drink at home, it’s important to know what the law has to say not only about supplying them

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Does a Prescription Matter in a MN DUI Case?

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Drug Possession | DWI/DUI

When most people think of driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while impaired (DWI), alcohol is the first substance that comes to mind. While it is true that alcohol is involved in a lot of Minnesota DWI cases, it’s also important to remember that it’s illegal to drive when under the influence of drugs as well – even drugs with a legitimate prescription.

Controlled substances are divided into schedules according to the Minnesota state law. Drugs that

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How Much Trouble Do You Really Get In For Your First Minnesota DWI?

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: DWI/DUI

Getting arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) in Minnesota is not at the top of anyone’s to-do list. However, for a variety of reasons, it happens. It can feel quite overwhelming when it does – especially if it’s your first time having a run-in with law enforcement.

Many people who are charged for the first time with a DWI in Minnesota are very nervous about what comes next for them as a result. Will they go to jail?

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When Is a DWI a Felony in Minnesota?

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: DWI/DUI | Felonies

Being arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) can be a frightening experience. You may not be sure of what will face you next – and you’re not alone.

More drivers than you may expect are arrested for suspicion of DWI in Minnesota each year, and the system that governs DWIs in Minnesota can be complicated to understand.

Here’s what you need to know about DWIs in the state, plus what factors can turn a DWI misdemeanor into a

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