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Minnesota Criminal DUI/DWI

Hiring a Minnesota DUI/DWI Lawyer can be one of the most important decisions of your life. The consequences of a drunk driving conviction on your record can have a lifelong impact on you, your friends, your family, and your ability to gain employment.

We Deal with a DUI/DWI
on a Daily Basis!!

When seeking out a Minnesota DUI/DWI Lawyer, you should consider the following:

Hiring an experienced attorney in the DUI/DWI field
Contact an attorney as quickly as possible
It makes a difference to have an attorney who knows the specific issues in my type of case
Hiring an attorney who has a positive working relationship with colleagues in his field, prosecutors, judges, and probation agents
Hiring an attorney who understands the science behind the Intoxilyzer 5000EN and other testing procedures
You will need an understanding that every DUI/DWI event has a potential of two cases stemming from the incident – the criminal case, and a civil case arising out of the Implied Consent process. The criminal case, the DUI/DWI, arises out of a stop, an arrest, and evidence being gathered, and whether your rights were preserved at all stages in the process. The civil case, the Implied Consent proceeding, arises out of the Minnesota Implied Consent Law, and whether your rights were preserved at all stages of the Implied Consent portion of the DUI/DWI event.

Hidden Costs of Minnesota DUI/DWI Charges
If convicted of a DUI/DWI in Minnesota, it’s estimated that it can cost you as much as $2,000.00 for each drink you consumed before you drove. A criminal defense attorney can advise you and may help you to avoid the hidden costs of a DUI/DWI conviction.

Some of the possible consequences of a conviction may include:

Difficulty getting your license reinstated
Lengthy suspension period (up to three years)
Court fees and program fees
The cost of jail / work release / electronic home monitoring
Inpatient and outpatient treatment (at your cost)
Increased cost of auto insurance
Being prevented from entering foreign countries
Difficulties changing or obtaining life/disability insurance

The severity of these hidden costs highlights how important it is to find a DUI/DWI lawyer with the experience, knowledge and dedication to help you with your DUI/DWI charge. Chuck Halverson has over 20 years of experience that he will put to work for you. As your DUI/DWI lawyer, he will bring his education, experience and compassion to your case working to obtain the best possible outcome.

Types of DUI/DWI Cases We Handle
The following is a list of Minnesota DUI/DWI Defense cases we have handled:

Whiskey Plates
Ignition Interlock
B-Card Violations
Open Bottle & Not A Drop Laws
Criminal Vehicular Manslaughter
Field Sobriety Testing
Stop & Arrest
Blood Alcohol Testing
Drunk Driving Charges
DUI/DWI Court Process
License Suspension & License Revocation
Vehicular Forfeitures & Car Forfeitures
Implied Consent Test Refusal
Underage Drinking & Driving

If you are facing DUI/DWI charges, call Minnesota Criminal Defense Lawyer, Chuck Halverson @ 218-829-0929.

Call Mr. Halverson today for a CONFIDENTIAL CONSULTATION at 218-829-0929.

DWI/DUI

The consequences of a DWI/DUI conviction in MN are damaging and expensive. We defend people charged with a wide variety of drunk driving charges, including DUI. We also represent you for retaining your driver's licence.

Drug Charges

We defend people who face possession, possession with intent to distribute and trafficking charges involving illegal drugs. We also represent clients who are charged with federal drug crimes and conspiracy charges.

Sex Crimes

Few things can be more devastating to your life than to be accused of a sex crime or a child sex crime. Chuck Halverson is well known for his aggressive defense of hundreds of sexual assault and other sex charges.

Theft and Fraud

Many people plead guilty to property crimes, such as shoplifting and theft, not knowing what the long-term impact of that decision. We offer a free attorney consultation to explain how a guilty plea can affect you in years to come.

Embezzlement

As a MN embezzlement attorney, Chuck Halverson works tirelessly for the wrongly accused. Chuck obtains relevant evidence utilizing technology to help clients avoid indictment or have the charges reduced or dismissed.

Assualt

If you, or someone you know, have been charged with a assault crime in Minnesota, you need to retain the services of a qualified and knowledgeable Criminal Defense attorney who will be your voice in the criminal justice system and who has a successful track record.