WHEN YOUR FREEDOM IS ON THE LINE

You want a lawyer who has walked this walk a thousand times. Bruce Rivers can do better than that: He has handled over 2,000 criminal cases since founding Rivers Law Firm, P.A., of Minneapolis in 1998. Criminal defense accounts for the lion’s share of his work. (He also conducts civil litigation and personal injury work.)

A FAMILIAR FIGURE IN STATE AND FEDERAL COURT

Bruce Rivers will work anywhere in Minnesota when an outstate client needs his credentials and skills. He represents clients from plea negotiations through trial at both the state and federal levels, including cases that allege:

– Violent crime, including homicide and serious assaults
– White collar crime related to fraud
– Sex-related charges from online child pornography to failure to register
– Drug possession, sale, manufacturing or trafficking
– Property crime, including arson, robbery and criminal trespass
– Serious traffic offenses like felony DWI

In all cases, he first considers the potential for dismissal of charges and acquittal by trial. Bruce Rivers has achieved acquittals on charges ranging from drunk driving to murder in the first, second and third degrees.

– The courts know him and respect him for his straightforward, energetic and assertive approach.
– Other law firms are comfortable referring tough cases to him.
– Often he represents other lawyers accused of criminal behavior.
– He is sought out throughout the Twin Cities metro and has handled cases across outstate Minnesota.

Every state has some sort of “driving while intoxicated” statute. The term “driving while intoxicated” is in quotes because none of these laws require that you be “drunk” or “intoxicated” to be guilty. All that is required is that your ability to operate a vehicle has been impaired to any extent at all or that your Blood alcohol level exceeds the state limit (which is now .08% in all states).

An experienced DWI Defense lawyer can help you understand what you are up against and the fines you may be required to pay. A DWI lawyer mostly deals with DWI matters and knows the process inside and out – including options that a public defender may not tell you.

The consequences of a DWI vary greatly from state to state and a DWI lawyer will be able to explain how those consequences in your state apply to you such as (1) harsher punishments for those arrested with BAC limits over .08, (2) special laws for underage drivers arrested for DWI , (3) possible community service or plea bargaining, (4) overlapping jurisdiction of Courts and your state’s motor vehicle licensing department to suspend or revoke your license, and (5) contingent license programs that allow you to use your vehicle to get to and from work.

Dealing with the motor vehicle department can be frustrating and time consuming. A DWI Lawyer can manage the process for you by completing the required forms; making phone calls; scheduling and/or representing you at a Motor Vehicle Department suspension hearing, and making other necessary arrangements.

An experienced DWI Lawyer knows the ins and outs of the courtroom and may be able to obtain a lesser sentence for you if your situation and state law allows for it.

DEFINITELY

Definitely hire a DWI Lawyer if you already have several DWI and receive another; or if your DWI arrest was the result of an accident or if anyone was injured; or if you are a professional driver whose livelihood depends on keeping your license.

PROBABLY

Seriously consider hiring a DWI Lawyer if you’ve been arrested for a second DWI (in the same or another state) or were arrested with a BAC limit over double the legal limit as harsher penalties may apply.

MAYBE

You might want to hire a DWI Lawyer in Minneapolis if you don’t understand your rights or DWI laws, what you need to do, or the consequences you face. You also might want legal representation if you are in a profession (or plan to be) that requires bonding or in which any criminal conviction might prevent you from getting or keeping a professional license. If you don’t know the requirements, then you need expert advice before handling the case yourself.

At Rivers Law Firm, P.A. we are committed to protecting your freedom, your record and your rights. Attorney Bruce Rivers has vast legal experience in the fields of criminal law, personal injury and family law matters. If you are in need of serious legal representation you need an experienced attorney to help you get through this difficult time in you life. Bruce Rivers works hard to get his clients the best possible outcome for their situation. This is true no matter what the case may be.