Minnesota has some of the strictest DWI laws in the country. The state’s DWI law dictates a sentence ranging from fines to jail time and license revocations. The punishment for a drunk driving charge can be severe, and it may feel as though all of the evidence is stacked against you. At Sheridan & Dulas,… Read More
Posts Categorized In: Drunk Driving Charges
Can a DUI Affect my Medical License?
An unanticipated DUI/DWI charge can really send you reeling. There will be a certain level of shock and indignation, especially if you feel that you have been unfairly or wrongfully accused. Then there will be legal fees, potential jail time, possible fines and other penalties including the loss of your driving privileges. These things are… Read More
Do you understand Minnesota’s ignition interlock program?
Facing serious criminal consequences is only one of the major issues related to a driving while intoxicated (DWI) charge in Minnesota. While offenders may face some time in jail, as well as fines and a criminal record, all of that often proves secondary to another consequence. Losing your license is one of the administrative penalties… Read More
Legal Help After DUI Charge Is Critical
Getting arrested for drunk driving or driving under the influence of drugs is not something that anyone truly wants. In many cases where a person is caught for these violations, it is due to poor judgment. They are good people who put themselves in an unfortunate position. The question then is: should such a person… Read More
1 Arrested And Accused Of Drunk Driving In Minnesota
Being involved in a routine traffic stop can be a stressful and intimidating process. However, attempting to evade a similar situation by fleeing is never advisable and may only further suspicion of wrongdoing. A man has recently been arrested and accused of drunk driving in relation to his alleged involvement in a high speed pursuit in Minnesota…. Read More
Minnesota Man Taken Into Custody And Charged With DWI
Many individuals have faced accusations of driving under the influence of alcohol based upon the statements of others nearby. When authorities receive reports of an incident involving a possible intoxicated driver, an investigation into the matter will ensue. A 56-year-old man has recently been taken into custody and is facing DWI charges after allegedly driving… Read More
Collision Leads To Drunk Driving Charges For 1 In Minnesota
Motor vehicle accidents can occur at any given moment, and in many cases, authorities will come out to perform an investigation. Should the collision occur under suspicious circumstances, responding officers may be more prone to suspect the presence of wrongdoing. An off-duty police officer has recently been arrested and accused of drunk driving after allegedly hitting several… Read More
Use Of Prescription Medications Can Lead To DUI Charges
Being accused of driving under the influence can be a stressful and daunting experience. When considering what might lead to a similar situation, many individuals in Minnesota and elsewhere may immediately associate such offenses with the consumption of alcohol. However, one may also want to take care when driving while under the effects of prescription… Read More
Woman Taken Into Custody For DWI
A Minnesota woman was taken into custody by police after they made contact with her on Highway 52 near Oronoco . Police initiated a traffic stop at about 3:45 p.m. on Sept. 23 after an officer noticed that her vehicle has struck a guard rail. When an officer approached the driver, it was discovered that… Read More
Minnesota Sees Plenty Of DUI Incidents, According To Police
Minnesota police say that drunk driving is still a big problem, especially in the Fargo area. One member of the Fargo Police Department says that nearly all of the fatal auto accidents he’s seen have involved drunk drivers. So far this year there have been almost 450 DUI charges brought by the Fargo Police Department. And in… Read More
