According to AutoInsurance.com, Minnesota is among the states with the highest rate of DWI conviction in the United States. Around 4% of our state’s residents reportedly have a conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol. Part of the reason why there are so many DWIs in Minnesota is the complexity of the state’s drink […] The post Are DWI Limits the Same for Everyone in Minnesota? appeared first on Minneapolis DWI Lawyer Douglas T. Kans ..read more

Every crime is either a felony or a misdemeanor, with the former being the more serious of the two. But, when it comes to misdemeanors vs. felonies, what are the key differences, and what are the practical implications of each when you’ve been convicted? We dig into these questions in this blog post.  Petty Misdemeanors […] The post Misdemeanors vs. Felonies: Sentencing Guidelines in Minnesota appeared first on Minneapolis DWI Lawyer Douglas T. Kans ..read more

When a police officer arrests you on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, they set a chain of events in motion that may culminate in a felony or misdemeanor conviction. There are several steps in the Minnesota DWI process and understanding them will help you to remain composed and give yourself […] The post The Minnesota DWI Process: From Arrest to Sentencing appeared first on Minneapolis DWI Lawyer Douglas T. Kans ..read more

On Tuesday, May 30, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed a bill that legalizes the recreational use, purchase, and possession of marijuana for state residents over the age of 21. The move makes Minnesota the 23rd state to end cannabis prohibition (adult-use marijuana is also legal in Washington, DC). So, what has Minnesota cannabis legalization changed, […] The post Minnesota Cannabis Legalization 2023: What Are the Implications for DWI Offenses? appeared first on Minneapolis DWI Lawyer Douglas T. Kans ..read more

Minnesotans who are convicted of DWI offenses generally have to hand their licenses over to the authorities as part of their penalty. The duration of this license revocation period varies depending on the severity of the sentence; it can be as short as 30 days, or it can remain in place for life. Of course, […] The post The Limited License in Minnesota: What You Need to Know appeared first on Minneapolis DWI Lawyer Douglas T. Kans ..read more

When you get your Minnesota driver’s license and take to the roads, you automatically accept that you must, by law, submit to chemical tests (like breath, blood, or urine tests) if a police officer suspects you of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. This rule is known as implied consent. It is often […] The post What is Implied Consent in Minnesota? appeared first on Minneapolis DWI Lawyer Douglas T. Kans ..read more

As every driver should know, it’s against the law to operate a vehicle while inebriated. As well as that, though, it’s also a crime to have an open alcohol container in your vehicle while you’re driving, even if you’re fully sober.  Though open container laws are controversial, an infringement can have serious consequences for a […] The post What Is the Minnesota Open Container Law?  appeared first on Minneapolis DWI Lawyer Douglas T. Kans ..read more

Statistics show that Minnesotans own more boats per capita than people from anywhere else in the United States. There are more than 14 boats here for every 100 people, putting Minnesota well ahead of second-placed South Carolina, which has just over 11 for every 100 residents.  If you own or drive a boat, you should […] The post The Consequences of Boating While Intoxicated in Minnesota appeared first on Minneapolis DWI Lawyer Douglas T. Kans ..read more

According to the Minnesota Board of Public Defense, court-appointed lawyers represent about 150,000 individuals in criminal cases in state courts each year. Public defenders represent the majority of felony defendants, and most minors accused of crimes as well.  So, when are you entitled to a Minnesota public defender? The basic rule is that the government […] The post When Are You Entitled to a Minnesota Public Defender? appeared first on Minneapolis DWI Lawyer Douglas T. Kans ..read more

The Second Amendment to the US Constitution protects the right of every American to own and use firearms. However, the courts have ruled that this right can be limited, and even taken away in some circumstances (these vary from state to state).  In Minnesota, you can lose your firearm rights if you get in trouble […] The post Gun Rights Restoration in Minnesota appeared first on Minneapolis DWI Lawyer Douglas T. Kans ..read more