Domestic Assault cases are often emotionally charged and aggressively prosecuted. A little planning at the beginning of the case typically goes a long ways. While all cases are different here are 5 quick tips to...
Minnesota expungement law is undertaking a radical change. Governor Dayton signed a new law that will take effect on January 1, 2015. Under the current law, for an expungement to be granted the petitioner would either; need...
Need a criminal attorney? For many folks being charged with a crime, this is the one and only time they have to deal with the criminal justice system. The pending charges are the most important...
THE QUESTIONABLE FUTURE OF MINNESOTA’S IMPLIED CONSENT DWI LAW We’ve previously talked about how Minnesota has what’s called an implied consent law, requiring drivers to submit to a blood, breath, or urine test. (Because the law provides...
What is an ignition interlock device and why would you want one? An ignition interlock device (IID) is a small device that is installed in a vehicle to prevent the vehicle from being driven by...
We Minnesotans are more experienced than most of the country at enduring government shutdowns. This time, however, it’s not the state that’s closed but the federal government. The effects on Minnesota are no less severe...
Continued: GPS is new tool to help police crack cases, but critics worry about privacy Article by: CHAO XIONG Used ‘when a case dictates’ It’s difficult to tally exactly how often such warrants and orders are...
A Romeo and Juliet law in Minnesota is a law intended to prevent young people who are involved in a consensual sexual relationship from running afoul of statutory rape laws. Romeo and Juliet laws prevent behavior...
ON TRIAL? DON’T DO THESE 5 THINGS! If you’re charged with a crime, there are certain things you just don’t want to be doing at trial. And the recent news story about Chad Johnson proves...
While all drug cases are not the same they commonly have some of the same defenses. Below is the top 5 defenses to a drug crime in Minnesota. 1. ILLEGAL SEARCH: The 4th amendment protects individuals...
