Legal Question in DUI Law in Minnesota

Re: Minor Consumption

There is no magic way to get the charges dropped. Both possession and consumption are misdemeanors if you are a minor, each punishable by a fine of up to $1000 and time of up to 90 days.

Often there are surrounding circumstances which might help your case if the judge is told about them - and there are things you should say and things you should NOT say when you go to court. You need coaching and representation even if you are doing nothing but pleading straight up guilty as charged.

Find a good lawyer.

This response is for general information purposes only and does not create an attorney-client relationship. You are advised to consult the attorney of your choice conerning the details of your case.

Re: Minor Consumption

It's difficult to predict how a case will turn out before it is completed. Like any adversarial, competitive process, hard work and preparation will aid effective execution. This is as true in defending a criminal charge, as it is true in playing a football game. If you want to win, you need a good criminal defense lawyer, and you and your lawyer need to work hard on investigating the facts and researching the law which will aid your defense.

Criminal defense lawyers are law enforcement officers too. We enforce the highest laws of the land -- the U.S. and Minnesota Constitutions. If the police officer broke the law when he stopped or investigated you, you will win your case.

You are welcome to call me to discuss this further (free). I am out of the office in court a lot, so leave voice mail if I'm out.