Is a letter or documentation required to be outside of our homes during the stay-at-home order?

No. Minnesotans are not required to carry any paperwork when traveling to and from their place of employment, or anywhere else. Minnesota residents are urged to comply voluntarily with this [...]

What does a stay-at-home order mean?

Minnesota residents are directed to limit their time outside of their homes beyond any essential needs.

Can you be incarcerated if caught using marijuana recreationally in Minnesota?

Yes. As of February 2020, sale or possession of quantities larger than 42.5 grams is a felony in Minnesota. Depending on the amount of marijuana possessed or sold, the felony may be punishable by [...]

Is medical marijuana legal in Minnesota?

Yes, medical marijuana has been legal in Minnesota since 2014.

Where can I get a copy of my birth certificate if I don’t have the original?

A copy can be requested from Minnesota’s Vital Records office.

What kind of documents should I keep in my car?

Three documents you should always have with you in your car are your vehicle registration, proof of insurance, and driver’s license.

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Can I be pulled over for having frost on my car windows?

Yes. In Minnesota the law requires drivers to clear all frost from both their windshield and side windows to prevent accidents created from obstructed vision on the road.

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Is it illegal for snow from my driveway to be shoveled onto the street?

Yes. In Minnesota it is illegal to shovel or plow snow onto roads and streets and can be punishable by a fine of up to $1000 and 90 days in jail.

How old can you be to receive a SWI?​

You can receive a SWI at any age. However, it is always illegal to drink under the age of 21.

Is a DWI and a SWI the same thing?​

Other than one being a vehicle used solely on snow, yes. As in all cases, a variety of factors influence each individual case, but both are penalties incurred while operating a moving vehicle [...]