Why Local Experience Matters in DWI Defense Facing a DWI charge in Minneapolis or the surrounding metro area is a serious matter that requires immediate and knowledgeable legal assistance. At Shek Law, located in downtown Minneapolis—just minutes from the government...
Getting charged with a DUI, especially a first offense DUI in Minnesota, can be overwhelming. After being arrested, you might wonder what happens next, if a first DUI in Minnesota will mean jail time, and what you’re up against. The truth is: jail time for a first DUI...
Getting charged with a DWI (Driving While Impaired) in Minnesota can have serious consequences, but not every DWI is a felony. The classification of a DWI depends on prior offenses, the severity of the incident, and other legal factors. Understanding the difference...
As the use of marijuana becomes more accepted, questions arise about its impact on driving laws. In Minnesota, while recreational use may be legal in some cases, driving under the influence of marijuana remains a serious offense under Minnesota Statute 169A.20. So,...
Being cuffed and put in the back of a cop car is a stressful situation. As an attorney who has experienced this twice without facing a criminal charge, I know how you feel. I’ve been in that same position, twice. I know that the first thing on your mind is, how am I...
How your rights can and probably will be violated without a good DWI attorney I was pulled over and arrested for DWI as I was driving home one day. While I was never charged, the whole thing happened very quickly, too quickly for my comfort as an attorney. I stayed...
And how can it help you avoid a DWI conviction? Recently, a judge granted a motion for my Franks Hearing for my client, a rare occasion in all cases, let alone DWI blood warrants. A Franks Hearing gives a defendant the chance to contest the validity of probable cause...
3 Steps to Take After a DWI Arrest in Minnesota When you’re arrested for a DWI in Minnesota, you’re entitled to consult with an attorney prior to deciding whether to take the breathalyzer at the police station, and it is among the numerous processes that the police...