Can You Get a DWI on an E-Bike in St. Paul, Minnesota?

E-bikes are becoming increasingly common throughout St. Paul or anywhere in Ramsey County. But what happens if you have been drinking and are riding one? If you are facing charges, contact Jack Rice Defense for frree confidential consultation at 651-447-7650 or 612-227-1339.

“Not all e-bikes are the same and some can be considered motorcyles for purposes of a DWI.”

Minnesota DWI law and e-bikes involve some important distinctions.

Minnesota law specifically defines an electric-assisted bicycle and excludes it from the general definition of a "motor vehicle." But Minnesota also recognizes different types of bicycles, motorized bicycles, motorcycles, and other devices. Exactly what you were riding—and how it was configured—can therefore be critically important.

A police officer's belief that you were impaired does not automatically answer the legal question of whether you can properly be convicted of DWI.

If you are stopped or arrested while riding an e-bike in St. Paul, the circumstances deserve careful examination. What type of e-bike was it? Was it modified? How was it being operated? What did police observe? What testing was conducted?

“Make sure you have an experienced attorney by your side if you get charged.”

These questions can make a significant difference.

At Jack Rice Defense, Jack Rice is a former prosecutor, former CIA Officer, and Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist with extensive experience defending people accused of DWI and other serious criminal offenses in Minnesota.

If you are facing a DWI investigation or charge involving an e-bike in St. Paul or anywhere in Ramsey County, contact Jack Rice Defense for a free confidential consultation at 651-447-7650 or 612-227-1339.

When your job, career, reputation and life are on the line, make sure Jack Rice Defense is by your side.