Power Player pt 3 - wait, there's more!!!

http://www.mndwiblog.com/2008/05/articles/charging/driving-under-the-influence/minneapolis-dwi-attorney-what-to-expect-when-charged-with-drunk-driving-for-the-first-time/

Here's the juicy bits though regarding being publicly condemned as a drunk and someone with issues...

In criminal court, first time offenders are typically required to participate in a MADD impact panel, attend Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, participate in a chemical use assessment and complete a class on the impact of alcohol use and driving. Quite often our attorneys are able to successfully suspend any jail time, and have the fine reduced to an absolute minimum. Even though a reduction or elimination of incarceration is achieved, the court continues to hold jail time over a defendant’s head during a period of probation. A violation of any terms and conditions that have been imposed by the court will result in the execution of some of the stayed jail sentence.

Hmmm, intriguing. Attend AA? For fuck's sake, that is ridiculous. I am not swearing off the beer because of this. If I am made to do that, I may just have to jump off the fucking wagon deliberately. Dear God.