Accidents happen. They don't necessarily result in criminal charges - after all, they are called accidents. But sometimes, an accident can lead to criminal charges for failing to properly obey the traffic laws or if a driver leaves the scene of an accident. In Minnesota,...
Read MoreA Minnesota Reckless Driving offense is one of the most serious non-DWI traffic charges. It is a misdemeanor to start with, but could become a gross misdemeanor if there is a certain amount of harm caused by the reckless driving conduct. With such serious criminal...
Read MoreIn August of this year, an overlooked law change occurred that will meaningfully impact Minnesotans. Most traffic citations include a fine in the $100-300 range. Real money, but it's at least reasonable. In August, this change for those charged with passing a school bus violation...
Read MoreFacing DWI charges is a difficult time for every person. This is especially true for persons under the age of 21. An underage drinking and driving offense raises unique issues and potentially more significant collateral consequences. To begin with, any person, regardless of age, is subject...
Read MoreMr. Gempeler was just published by the Bench & Bar Magazine - a magazine distributed statewide to attorneys and judges - on the range of texting and driving crimes and the various consequences that come with them. The article also explores the personal injury ramifications...
Read MoreIn Minnesota, a texting and driving ticket is a petty misdemeanor offense, which means the total fine is less than $300 and it includes no jail. Still, the collateral consequences - such as increased insurance premiums - can have a lasting impact for drivers. And,...
Read MoreA DWI in Minnesota brings many collateral consequences, such as a lengthy loss of license, potential vehicle forfeiture, and plate impoundment. If your vehicle is subject to a plate impoundment, that means you will be driving with 'whiskey plates' for the duration of your revocation...
Read MoreA traffic ticket that carries a heavy penalty is the passing of or failing to stop for a school bus in violation of Minn. Stat. 169.444. Due to the presence of children surrounding a school, it is easy to understand why the law exists and...
Read MoreAs has been previously discussed in this blog, keeping your driving record clean is extremely important so as to avoid collateral consequences such as an increase in insurance premiums and risking losing your license. There are a number of ways you may be able to accomplish...
Read MoreIf you’ve been cited for a traffic offense, you should reconsider paying the fine right away and instead try to negotiate a more positive resolution. You may be able to even obtain a resolution that ultimately gets the citation dismissed. Such an outcome is important...
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