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When Did DUI Become a Law in Minnesota?
4 days ago by Justin M. Schiks
Key Takeaways Minnesota banned drunk driving in 1911, decades before any measurable standard of impairment existed. The state adopted a 0.15 percent pr...
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What is the Legal Limit for Alcohol in MN?
1 month ago by Justin M. Schiks
Key Takeaways The standard legal limit for alcohol in MN is a BAC of 0.08 under Minn. Stat. § 169A.20. Commercial drivers face a stricter limit of 0.0...
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What Does OWI Stand For and How Does It Differ From a DWI in Minnesota?
4 months ago by Justin M. Schiks
Key Takeaways OWI means Operating While Intoxicated or Impaired, but Minnesota uses DWI as the official charge. Minnesota statute defines DWI as drivin...
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States That Don’t Count Out of State DUI
5 months ago by Justin M. Schiks
Key Takeaways Minnesota reviews out-of-state DUI convictions to see if the law is substantially similar to Minnesota DWI statutes. If similarity exists...
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Which Are the Most Lenient DUI States in the U.S.?
6 months ago by Brian
Several states receive frequent mention as having lighter DUI and DWI penalties for first-time offenses, though no jurisdiction treats impaired driving casuall...
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Toughest DUI Laws by State: A National Overview
6 months ago by Justin M. Schiks
Drivers across the country face very different consequences after a DUI or DWI arrest, depending on location. At JS Defense: Minnesota Criminal Defense Lawyer,...
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How Many Hours of Community Service for a First DUI Offense in Minnesota?
9 months ago by Justin M. Schiks
Understanding how many hours of community service for DUI first offense may apply in Minnesota helps first-time offenders prepare for what happens after a DWI ...
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What Happens If You Get a DUI in One State But Live in Another?
1 year ago by Justin M. Schiks
Getting arrested for a DUI while traveling can be overwhelming, especially when you're dealing with two different sets of laws. What happens if you get a DUI i...
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Can You Get a DUI on Your Own Property in Roseville, Minnesota?
1 year ago by Justin M. Schiks
Many wonder, "Can you get a DUI on your own property?" in Roseville, Minnesota. The answer is yes, and it might surprise you to know that driving while impaire...
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Can You Receive a DUI Ticket Even If Your Blood Alcohol Content Is Under the Legal Limit?
1 year ago by Justin M. Schiks
Drunk driving laws in Minnesota are taken very seriously. If you are in Woodbury or any other part of the state, you may be asking, can you be charged with a D...
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