DWI COURT IN HENNEPIN COUNTY
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Minnesota's laws against drunk driving are becoming increasing harsh. If you have been arrested and charged with DWI, it is important to speak with an experienced Minneapolis criminal defense attorney.
The consequences vary depending on the jurisdiction but the maximum penalties for a 4th degree DWI in Minnesota (first time DWI with a Blood Alcohol Content between .08 and .20) are 90 days in jail and $1,000 fine.
Some of the most common defenses to DWI in Minnesota include:
1. The stop of your vehicle violated your 4th Amendment rights (e.g., officer did not have a legally sufficient reason to stop your vehicle);
2. The officer lacked probable cause to arrest you (e.g., you did not appear intoxicated and you passed all field sobriety tests);
3. The officer did not properly inform you of all the content in the Implied Consent Advisory;
4. The officer failed to provide you with sufficient means or time to contact an attorney;
5. The blood alcohol test was not valid; and
6. The officer prohibited you from obtaining an additional test of your blood alcohol content.
This list of defenses to DWI charges is by no means exhaustive. The defenses available to you in your case will depend on the circumstances of your DWI charge. Only a knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer can tell you what your best defense is to a DWI.
Contact a knowledgeable Minneapolis DWI Attorney.
DWI Court in Hennepin County
