Trusted Apple Valley DWI Defense

• The reason for the stop: Apple Valley officers patrol high-traffic corridors where minor lane deviations are common even for sober drivers. We examine whether the stated reason for the stop is supported by the dashcam and body camera evidence.
• Testing location and instrument: Was the breath test administered at the Apple Valley PD station or at another Dakota County facility? The specific DataMaster instrument matters — we subpoena its full history.
• Field sobriety conditions: Tests conducted in Apple Valley parking lots during Minnesota winters — on ice, snow, or uneven pavement — are inherently unreliable. Weather and surface conditions are documented defenses.

Implied consent compliance: Was the advisory properly read? Did you receive your right to consult an attorney?

Understanding Your Charges

Apple Valley DWI charges follow the same four-degree system as all Minnesota DWIs. The degree depends on aggravating factors (prior offenses, BAC level, child in vehicle), not the city where you were arrested. What does vary by city is the specific officers involved, the equipment used, and the courtroom where your case will be heard.

Your Immediate Priorities

1. Request your license hearing within 14 days — this deadline is non-negotiable
2. Write down everything you remember about the stop, the tests, and what the officer said

Contact a DWI attorney who knows Dakota County courts