When people hear terms such as DWI or DUI, they think of alcohol. But drugs are increasingly becoming a cause of DWI arrests in Minnesota. Whether you were using an illegal drug or have a valid prescription, the complications of a drug-related DWI can haunt you for the rest of your life.

How Can You Avoid The Worst Of These Consequences?

The first step is having an experienced DWI defense lawyer on your side. In Minneapolis and throughout the Twin Cities region, that means me, Jeffrey B. Ring. I bring nearly 40 years of criminal law experience to these complex cases.

What Can Help You Can Also Hurt You

Surprisingly, many drug-related DWI cases in Minnesota involve prescription drugs that people have been prescribed by their doctor. It can be difficult to predict how an individual will react to a new drug, and such reactions can result in erratic behavior behind the wheel.

The legalization of medical marijuana in our state has also created situations in which people who are legally using marijuana to treat ailments or manage pain can find themselves facing criminal charges for getting behind the wheel.

Another tragedy of society is the overprescribing of pain medications, which has led to a new epidemic of opiate addiction. In a way, drug-related DWI is just a symptom of a deeper societal problem.

Put A Former Prosecutor On Your Side

Your drug-related DWI case has the potential to become very complicated if not properly handled, and your rights hang in the balance. Make the right choice. Contact my firm today for a free consultation.