With the holiday season approaching quickly, we wanted to remind everyone to be safe and find a sober ride home. DWI patrols increase during the holiday season, and so do DWI arrests. With all the holiday parties over the next several weeks, you may well find yourself in a situation where you’re not sure if […]
Tag Archives: Arrest
Dakota County First Degree Burglary Case Dismissed
We just received an order from the Dakota County court dismissing all charges against our client in a First Degree Burglary case. Our client was charged with aiding and abetting an alleged burglary despite the fact that he didn’t participate in the crime in any way. We challenged the case on probable cause grounds arguing that the […]
Man Arrested on Pot Charge Says He Was Just Stressed Over Government Shutdown
Here at Sieben Edmunds we recently uncovered a foolproof defense to any marijuana charge. Check out coverage at True Crime Report and Phoenix New Times. Remember, your line is “oh my officer, I’ve just been so stressed over the government shutdown.” Weren’t we all…
DWI Vehicle Forfeitures
Today let's talk about motor vehicle forfeitures in DWI cases. Minnesota statutes allow the government to forfeit, or take title to, your vehicle if you commit particular types of DWI offenses. Minnesota Statutes Chapter 169A.63 sets out the types of offenses that qualify for vehicle forfeiture. Contrary to popular belief, your vehicle can be forfeited […]
What Not to Say When Pulled Over For Speeding
While there is no perfect answer for what to say to the officer when you are pulled over for speeding, there are a few things that a person should definitely not say when they are pulled over for speeding. For starters, do not admit to speeding, not knowing the speed limit or wrongdoing of any […]
Do Not Try This In Court!
Some criminals believe they are invincible and Penelope Soto is no exception. After disrespecting the judge she was appearing before, her punishment increased greatly. Watch the video to find out how. Source: Yahoo! News
Oh No… I Have Been Drinking and I Got Pulled Over!
Kevin Sieben Law, LLC presents a PowerPoint video outlining procedures to follow when stopped for a DWI arrest. The best advice is don't drink and drive.
Minnesota DWI Record Holder
Most people enjoy being record holders, but this record is not one to brag about. Danny Bettcher holds the record for the most DWI’s in Minnesota; 27. A little over one month after Bettcher had been released from prison, he went to a bar and drank. Both conditions violate his parole and ultimately got him […]
Do I have to tell my work of my arrest?
After the initial shock of an arrest wears off, many questions begin running through your head. One question you might have is, “Do I have to tell my work about my arrest?” Generally the answer is no. However, if you have signed an employment contract with your work, you may have agreed to notify them […]
Under 21 Drinking and Driving Laws
DUI’s are never a good thing but can be even worse for those under the age of 21. If you are under the age of 21 and are caught driving after drinking, you could be charged with two different types of offenses. If you are .07 or less, you most likely will be charged with […]