Minnesota
DWI / DUI Lawyer in Minnesota
A DWI or DUI charge threatens your license, your record, and sometimes your freedom. These cases need real defense work — evidence review, procedural challenges, and negotiation. Start with a consultation so an attorney can evaluate your specific case.
Talk to us before you pay that ticket
Charges like this one start with a short call. A licensed Minnesota attorney reviews your case and explains your options before you pay anything.
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- 98%
- Drivers helped
- 5,000+
- Saved for drivers
- $7M+
- Avg. insurance savings
- $1,422
How it works
Three steps from ticket to result.
- STEP 01
Share your ticket
Upload your citation and basic details in minutes.
- STEP 02
An attorney takes over
A licensed attorney reviews your case and walks you through your options.
- STEP 03
Get updates until it's done
We keep you posted at every step — most cases end with a reduced or dismissed charge.
Why it matters in Minnesota
What a dwi / dui costs in Minnesota
- Typical fine
- Up to $1,000 first offense (fourth-degree DWI), plus fees and programs
- License points
- No points — DWI triggers direct license revocation and record consequences
- Insurance impact
- A DWI conviction commonly doubles Minnesota premiums and can require years of high-risk coverage.
- License risk
- First offense under 0.16 brings a 90-day revocation (less if resolved by plea); 0.16+ or test refusal means a 1-year revocation with ignition interlock as the path back to driving.
Frequently asked questions
What happens to my license right after a Minnesota DWI arrest?
Minnesota revokes your license administratively under the implied consent law — separate from the criminal case — and you have a short window (60 days) to petition for judicial review. Talk to an attorney before that clock runs out.
Why do DWI cases start with a consultation instead of a flat fee?
A DWI is a criminal prosecution with evidence — the stop, field sobriety tests, the breath or blood result, the implied-consent advisory — that must be reviewed before anyone can honestly scope your defense. Our attorneys start with a consultation and quote after evaluating your case.
What are 'whiskey plates' and will I get them?
Minnesota impounds regular plates and issues special-series plates after certain DWIs — including 0.16+ readings and repeat offenses. Whether plate impoundment applies to you is one of the first things an attorney will assess.
Can a first-offense Minnesota DWI be reduced?
Sometimes — reductions to careless driving happen, and defective stops, testing problems, or implied-consent violations can lead to suppression or dismissal. It depends entirely on the evidence, which is why the case review comes first.
How does the ignition interlock program work in Minnesota?
For longer revocations, enrolling in the interlock program lets you keep driving legally during the revocation period. Our attorneys can walk you through enrollment while the criminal case is defended.
Talk to us before you pay that ticket
Tell us about your case and we'll connect you with a licensed attorney who can evaluate your options — no obligation.
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