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The Questionable Future of Minnesota’s Implied Consent DWI Law We’ve previously talked about how Minnesota has what’s called an implied consent law, requiring drivers to submit to a blood, breath, or urine test. (Because the law provides criminal penalties for refusal, it’s sometimes referred to as “coerced consent.”) The idea is that by driving on the state’s roads, you are agreeing…
We Minnesotans are more experienced than most of the country at enduring government shutdowns. This time, however, it’s not the state that’s closed but the federal government. The effects on Minnesota are no less severe than the recent state-wide shutdown; they’re simply different. While many prisons and jails are county or state-run, Minnesota also has four federal prison facilities: the…
What is an ignition interlock device and why would you want one? An ignition interlock device (IID) is a small device that is installed in a vehicle to prevent the vehicle from being driven by someone whose blood alcohol content (BAC) is over the legal limit, which in Minnesota is .08. An IID is about the size of a hand,…
Continued: GPS is new tool to help police crack cases, but critics worry about privacy Article by: CHAO XIONG Used ‘when a case dictates’ It’s difficult to tally exactly how often such warrants and orders are granted in Minnesota because they aren’t labeled in a way that allows them to be easily pulled from other documents. According to the State…
If you get hurt on the job, there are several steps that you should take in order to protect your right to receive benefits and compensation in Minnesota. You may be entitled to have your medical bills paid by workers’ compensation insurance that your employer is required to provide you. You may also be entitled to receive additional compensation for…
A premarital agreement is a very important legal agreement that can provide you with significant protections in the event that your marriage ends. Despite what some may believe about premarital agreements, these contractual agreements are not just for wealthy people or for people with a lot of money or assets. Many couples who are getting married in Mankato Minnesota could…
A premarital agreement is a contract entered into prior to getting legally married. The agreement is designed to set the terms and conditions of a divorce to make the process of divorce easier and to protect your assets. When you enter into a premarital agreement in Minnesota, it is very important that you understand the necessary requirements to ensure that…
If you lose your job in Mankato Minnesota, this can result in a dramatic reduction of your income. If you have an obligation to pay spousal support to your ex after your marriage has dissolved, a job loss can be a big problem as you will still have this outstanding support obligation that you owe and you may have no…
A premarital agreement in Minnesota can cover alimony provided you and your spouse are able to agree on how spousal support will be determined in the event of a divorce. A premarital agreement is a legal contract that a man and a wife enter into prior to getting married. The purpose of the agreement is to provide financial protection for…
When you enter into a premarital agreement in Mankato Minnesota, Minnesota law mandates that both the husband and the wife who are signing the agreement be represented by a qualified legal professional. Since a premarital agreement is a legal document and divorce and family law attorneys are involved, many people are concerned about the costs associated with creating such an…