What is the consequence of selling or possessing a controlled substance while operating a vehicle?

The consequence of selling or possessing a controlled substance while operating a vehicle is a revocation. When a driver is caught engaging in these illegal activities, the state considers it a serious offense, as it not only endangers the driver but also poses risks to the safety of others on the road.

Revocation means that a person's driving privileges are terminated for a certain period of time as a result of their actions. In the context of Minnesota DWI laws, such a serious violation reflects a direct link between dangerous conduct related to drugs and driving, warranting a revocation rather than a mere suspension or cancellation, which might be more applicable for lesser offenses.

Suspension typically implies a temporary lifting of driving privileges without severe consequences, while cancellation could refer to a broader inability to hold a license under more complicated circumstances. Limited privilege usually allows a person to drive only under certain conditions, which would not apply in this instance due to the severity of the offense.