DWI Court

651-266-9277

The Ramsey County DWI Court is for persons charged with their third or more gross misdemeanor DWI offense. The court provides intensive supervision for persons who are interested in changing their drinking and driving behavior and ending their cycle in the criminal justice system.

Eligibility

3 or more DWI's in a lifetime
Ramsey County resident
Gross Misdemeanor level charge
Ramsey County arrest and charged
Diagnosis of substance dependence
Approval by the DWI Court team

Goals

Increase the number of DWI offenders who become and remain alcohol and other drug free.
Reduce recidivism among DWI offenders thereby enhancing public safety.

Judge Robert A. Awsumb and Judge J. Thomas Mott preside over the DWI Court. If you are interested in observing the court, hearings take place every Thursday in courtroom 1040 of the Ramsey County Courthouse.

For more information, please contact the program coordinator.

Niki Leicht, Program Coordinator
651-266-9277
niki.leicht@courts.state.mn.us

Informational Materials

Program Brochure
Informational Handout
Participant Handbook
Annual Report 2008

Useful Links

Minnesotans for Safe Driving
City of St Paul
MN Dept of Public Safety
MN Dept of Corrections
National Institute on Drug Abuse
National Association of Drug Court Professionals
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
US Dept of Health - Alcohol and Drug Information
MADD

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