Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Legal Advice
Were you arrested and charged with a crime? You need to know how to defend yourself. While only a small percentage of criminal charges filed in Minnesota go to trial, it is still important to prepare a comprehensive defense. You may be wondering whether you can or should testify as a defendant in a trial. …
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Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Legal Advice
The term “grand jury” is well known but the details of what it entails are not. We have broken down the basics below to provide more insight into the grand jury process. What is a grand jury and where did the idea originate? A grand jury is a legal body that investigates criminal allegations and …
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Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | DWI
Intoxicated driving is a serious criminal offense in Minnesota. It is also one of the most common criminal charges filed in the state. According to the Office of Traffic Safety, an average of 68 people are arrested each day statewide. A conviction for any type of DWI charge carries the risk of jail time in …
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Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Child Custody
Going through a custody or visitation dispute is never easy. As a parent, it is crucial that you have an understanding of your rights and your options so that you are in the best position to protect yourself and your family. Unfortunately, there are many common myths about how child custody actually works. In this …
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Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Criminal Defense
Were you arrested and charged with a crime in Southern Minnesota? It is imperative that you take immediate action to protect your rights and your future. Defending a criminal charge is complicated—much of the process occurs before any actual criminal trial. Indeed, pre-trial motions are a key part of any effective criminal defense strategy. Here, …
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Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Finances and Divorce
Small business is at the heart of our economy. The Small Business Administration (SBA) reports that there are more than 525,000 small companies operating in Minnesota—employing nearly half of the state’s total workforce. For business owners, going through a divorce can be especially challenging. It is imperative that they know how to protect their rights …
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Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Criminal Defense
Few things are more stressful than an arrest. If you have been arrested, it is imperative that you know how to protect yourself, your rights, and your future. You should not give a statement to the police or answer any of their questions—unless you have an attorney by your side. Within this article, our Southern …
Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Child Support
Are you a parent of young children? If you are divorced or otherwise separated, child support may be a legal issue that you need to address. The Minnesota Department of Human Services explains that “every child has the right to support from both parents.” There are strong enforcement mechanisms in Minnesota that allow for the …
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Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Criminal Defense
Being arrested and charged with a felony offense is a serious, potentially even life-altering situation. Under Minnesota law (Sec. 609.02 MN Statutes), a felony is defined as “a crime for which a sentence of imprisonment for more than one year may be imposed.” Going through the criminal justice process is never easy—it is even more …
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Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Child Custody
Are you a divorced or otherwise separated parent whose needs have changed? If so, you may need a modification of your parenting plan. In Minnesota, parenting plans are always subject to modification. They can be modified through mutual agreement of the parents or through a court order based on a substantial change in circumstances. Within …
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