Minnesota Facts
The information below is updated periodically but things often change between updates. Do not rely on this information without checking with another source.
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Points of Interest
Minnesota permits residents of other states that allow studded tires to operate in Minnesota under time restrictions and stud length restrictions.
Speed Limits
Unless Otherwise Posted
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| Urban | 30 mph |
| Rural | 55 mph |
| Four-lane highways | 65 mph |
| Interstates | 70 mph |
Speed Limits Enforcement Techniques
Enforced through use of:
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| Pacing | Yes |
| Radar | Yes |
| Vascar | Yes |
| Photo Radar | No |
| Aircraft | Yes |
| Laser | Yes |
Tickets
Tickets can be paid by mail or in person.
Trial By Declaration Allowed
No
Jury Trial Allowed
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| Speeding | *Yes |
| Parking | *Yes |
| Equipment | *Yes |
| DWI | Yes |
Member of Nonresident Compact
Yes
Member of Driver License Compact
Yes
When and Where to File Accident Reports
Accidents involving death, personal injury, or total apparent property damage exceeding $1,000 must be reported immediately to the local authorities. Proof of insurance must be provided within 72 hours.
Resident Insurance Requirements
Compulsory insurance law.
Minimum limits: $30,000/60,000/10,000 and $20,000 medical.
Uninsured motorists insurance minimum limit of $25,000 per person and $50,000 per accident. Minnesota requires no-fault insurance.
Regulations
- Open intoxicants are prohibited in the vehicle.
- The BAC level is .08 percent.
- Minnesota has an administrative license suspension law and an implied consent law. The breathalyzer refusal penalty is a 1-year driver's license revocation.
- Firearms must be securely cased and unloaded in trunk or storage compartment of vehicle.
- Studded tires are prohibited.
- Tire chains are required.
- Minnesota has a seat belt law with secondary enforcement for all front seat occupants.
- Minnesota has a mandatory child restraint law for passengers under 5 years of age, requiring the use of approved car safety seats.
- Minnesota has a mandatory motorcycle helmet law for persons under 18 years of age and for drivers with instructional permits.
- Registration is not required to be carried in the vehicle. Insurance card must be carried in the vehicle.
General Information
Telephone: 651/297-3935 (MN State Patrol general info line)
651/296-6911 (Driver and Vehicle Services
Emergency Cellular Phone Number: 911