Spousal maintenance (sometimes called alimony or spousal support) is an integral part to the post-divorce life of many Minnesota residents. This form of financial support is determined by a judge, who will look at a bevy of factors involved in the spouses'...
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The scope of domestic violence issues might surprise you
When you hear about cases of alleged domestic violence, the first thing that likely comes into your mind is an image of a man beating up a woman. The truth of the matter is that in Minnesota and everywhere else, domestic violence is not limited to that...
3 facts you should know about assault
Hear the word "assault," and what do you picture? Perhaps a fight comes to mind -- two guys trading blows. Or perhaps your mental picture is a hulking figure beating up on a helpless victim. These scenarios can describe assault (and battery), to be sure, but assault...
What to do if your license was revoked after refusing a DWI test
So, a police officer pulled you over for driving while intoxicated. or DWI. You refused to take a chemical test and so the court revoked your license. You might feel stressed out, confused and wonder what will happen next. Understanding Minnesota laws about refusing...
Social media has become a handy tool for law enforcement
In Minnesota, as in other states, law enforcement officers use social media on a daily basis. In days gone by, the police would put up wanted posters when they were looking for the bad guys. Police radios and patrol cars were major tools for tracking down criminals....
The deadly effect of alcohol on the teenage brain
While you may think that drinking when you are a teen is just a way of enjoying life and getting the wild child out before you have many responsibilities, the exact opposite may be true. Alcohol has different effects on the teenage brain than it does on the adult...
What is auto-brewery syndrome?
While most people know what steps they need to take to avoid drunk driving, some may find that it is impossible, no matter how little they drink. It might sound like science fiction, but scientists are beginning to find that some people have a condition that creates...
5 factors that can influence the results of a breath test
Breath tests are the most common piece of evidence submitted in DUI cases, but there are many factors that can actually make them unreliable and insufficient evidence. In some cases, law enforcement officials have even acknowledged the invalidity of breath test...
Certain conditions can affect field sobriety tests
While it can be stressful for anyone to end up on the side of the road facing a field sobriety test, there are certain drivers who are at a higher risk for failing than others. Researchers have discovered that some internal and external conditions can increase the...
3 things to know about Minnesota open bottle law
We're all familiar with prohibitions against drinking and driving. But what about drinking and riding? If you've ever been stuck behind a pedal pub or party bus, you know there must be some situations where you can drink while riding in a moving vehicle. With...