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A Minnesota DWI charge can lead to severe penalties dependent on the individual facts of your case. Remember, there are two tracks (Criminal and Civil) you travel down with a DWI charge and both can result in different penalties. The Criminal penalties relate to what happens to you. The Civil penalties relate to what happens to things like your Driver’s License, Vehicle and License Plates. Both the Criminal and Civil penalties depend on factors unique to your case referred to as “Aggravating Factors”. Below we have provided you with a basic table generally explaining the potential consequences the courts may impose upon you. This table is just a quick guide and may not reflect the latest changes. For a comprehensive and updated list of penalties and sentencing guidelines check the Minnesota Statutes Revisor [LINK]. Every person charged with a DWI faces different criminal and civil penalties and each court has mandatory minimum sentences they must impose upon you. It is important that you consult with an experienced DWI attorney to understand the possible penalties unique to your individual case. [LINK]
First (1st) DWI Offense
Second (2nd) DWI Offense within 10 years / Test Refusal
Third (3rd) DWI Offense within 10 years / Test Refusal
Fourth (4th) or more DWI Offense / Previous Felony DWI / Criminal Vehicular Operation (CVO) within 10 years
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