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Drivers may be asked to perform a chemical sobriety test during a traffic stop. This can happen if the police suspect that a driver is inebriated. If the driver fails the chemical sobriety test, they could be arrested and charged for driving under the influence, which...
Police officers can use seemingly minor evidence to prove that criminal activity has occurred. In some cases, they might want to gather fingerprints for samples of genetic materials, such as saliva. Other times, they may hope to find proof that an individual has...
It is a common myth that a strong cup of coffee can sober someone up after a night of drinking. While caffeine might make a person feel more alert, it does nothing to speed up the body’s ability to process alcohol. In reality, time is the only reliable way to sober...
It is not easy to talk about what really happens behind closed doors. When substances like alcohol or drugs are involved, emotions can run high, and arguments can turn into something particularly serious. You might not even remember every detail, but you may one day...
What determines whether a drug can be bought on shelves, prescribed by medical practitioners or used in hospitals? The Controlled Substance Act (CSA) is a federal law that regulates the manufacture, possession and distribution of substances. Under the CSA, substances...
The majority of drivers in North Dakota have to adhere to a legal blood alcohol concentration limit of 0.08%. If they exceed this limit, which can be demonstrated by a blood test or a breath test, then they could be charged with driving under the influence. The court...
When you are pulled over for DUI in North Dakota, you will likely be asked to take field sobriety tests. These are a series of tests used to measure your balance, coordination and memory and check for signs of intoxication. Common field sobriety tests include being...
With the ever-changing laws around marijuana, it is no wonder that locals are asking how our fair city has changed. People in Fargo must still untangle several intersecting layers of cannabis rules. Medical marijuana has been legal statewide since voters adopted the...
Most people in the Fargo and Moorhead area who face criminal charges will appear before the state courts of North Dakota or Minnesota. As an example, almost all cases involving driving under the influence or simple drug possession are state court matters. However,...
Domestic violence accusations can upend your life. They can lead to arrest, a damaged reputation and even jail or prison time. Your accuser can also use domestic violence allegations to try to limit or eliminate the time you get to spend with your child. Therefore,...
