A registered sex offender often reside in neighborhoods with unsuspecting neighbors. According to 2016 Minnesota statistics, Mankato has only two registered sex offenders, but there are 118 registered sex offenders living in “nearby” Minneapolis neighborhoods....
Certain vehicular offenses, including DWI and reckless driving, may be eligible for expungement in Minnesota. Recent changes to the law have made it easier for individuals to remove criminal records from public view. Expungement can...
Many factors affect the rate of absorption with alcohol. These factors influence an individual’s ability to assess their level of inebriation and can affect their decision to operate a motor vehicle. Understanding these variables can...
While DWI stands for “Driving While Intoxicated or Impaired”, an individual does not have to be actually driving to get charged with the offense in Minnesota. In fact, attempting to drive, sitting or sleeping in...
The State of Minnesota is working to divert drug offenders from prison and into drug treatment programs | Drug Court | It’s currently estimated that 8% of Minnesotans use illicit or illegal drugs at least...
Driving under the influence of prescription or controlled substances in Minnesota can carry serious legal consequences. Even if you are using medication under a doctor’s care, the law does not automatically exempt you from DWI...
A recent Supreme Court ruling means that evidence obtained after an illegal stop may now be admitted into court under certain circumstances. As long as the search is conducted after an arrest warrant is discovered,...
In Minnesota, hit-and-run accidents are classified as misdemeanors or felonies depending on the accident details and personal injuries. A Minnesota personal injury lawyer can explain the fines and/or jail time that’s associated with a hit...
According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), risky behaviors by individuals are the main cause of vehicle crashes throughout the world. In an effort to identify the factors surrounding the dangerous behaviors of drivers,...
Drug violence and alcohol violence are on the rise in Minnesota. The presence of drugs or alcohol can place men, women, and children at risk of experiencing an assault. It is estimated that alcohol plays...
