Legal Question in Criminal Law in Minnesota

Re: 19 yr old blew .06 plus small amout of marijuana

The real penalty is the hit to his public, criminal record. The best outcome should result from retaining a good criminal defense lawyer, with experience in solving these kinds of problems. I could write a book here, but instead I offer a free, one-hour office consult. Call if you'd like to meet.

Re: 19 yr old blew .06 plus small amout of marijuana

At a minimum, he would be charged with an underage drink and drive. it is set forth in Minn. Stat. Sex 169A.33 which states: �It is a crime for a person under the age of 21 years to drive, operate or be in physical control of a motor vehicle while consuming alcoholic beverages, or after having consumed alcoholic beverages while there is physical evidence of the consumption present in the person�s body.�

He could also be charged with a DWI if his driving conduct was affected by his alcohol consumption, but it is much less likely.

The underage drink and drive is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 90 days in jail and a $1,000 fine. He would also likely receive misdemeanor citation for the marijuna possession.

On the civil side, the State would revoke his driving privileges for a period of not less than 180 days.

He would be wise to hire counsel. A conviction on any of the offenses can significantly affect a person's ability to find employment or even to rent an apratment in the future.

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