Underage Drinking and Driving Lawyer in Minnesota

Charged with underage DWI? Drivers under 21 may face charges after consuming alcohol, even when their alcohol concentration is below 0.08%. Martine Law builds a strong defense and advocates for your best outcome.

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Under Minn. Stat. §169A.33, a driver under age 21 may not drive, operate, or be in physical control of a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol.

Yes. Under Minnesota’s underage drinking and driving law, a driver under 21 may face legal consequences for operating a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol, even if the alcohol concentration is below the adult legal limit.

Minnesota’s impaired-driving offense is defined under Minn. Stat. §169A.20, which prohibits driving, operating, or being in physical control of a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, controlled substances, intoxicating substances, or a combination of substances.

Drivers may face administrative license consequences under Minnesota law, which can occur separately from any criminal case.

Yes. Defense strategies may involve reviewing the legality of the traffic stop, the administration of chemical with substance, and whether proper procedures were followed during the investigation.

Alcohol-related driving offenses may affect a driver’s record and future driving privileges depending on the circumstances of the case.

Under 21 and Facing a DWI Charge?

Underage DWI Defense Attorney in Minnesota

Minnesota enforces a zero-tolerance approach for drivers under 21. Any alcohol use while driving can lead to penalties and license consequences.

This page states Minnesota law and is for general information, not legal advice.