minnesota laws

ST. PAUL -- Next Monday, a series of new laws will take effect in Minnesota. The Minnesota House of Representatives has released a list of new laws and regulations that take effect August 1st. Among the more notable changes: Long-term care insurance will be allowed to be sold as part of a life insurance policy ... Read More ...

In Minnesota, we know there are all kinds of things we're not supposed to do when we're driving.

In Minnesota, we know there are all kinds of things we're not supposed to do when we're driving.

In Minnesota, we know there are all kinds of things we're not supposed to do when we're driving.

It's foggy out there this morning. Be sure to have your headlights on so that other drivers can see you.

Is it ok to give 'em a quick flash or two, or is that a no-no in Minnesota?

Is it ok to give 'em a quick flash or two, or is that a no-no in Minnesota?

In Minnesota, we know there are all kinds of things we're not supposed to do when we're driving -- but do anyway (sometimes). From driving with snow on our car to checking our phones when we're stopped at a light -- to speeding and not turning on our lights when its raining...

The site Minnesota Fun Facts did some research into these bizarre laws and found that while some are true, most of them are fiction.

Minnesota motorists will be required to use hands-free devices if they want to talk on the phone while driving.

Starting Wednesday, Minnesota residents who get a DWI while driving a car won't be able to drive an ATV or snowmobile with impunity anymore.

That's not the only weird law on the books in Minnesota.