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When Can a Police Officer in Minnesota Conduct a Search Without a Warrant?

Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Criminal Defense, Warrant, Warrantless Search

The Fourth Amendment protects people against unreasonable searches and seizures. In general, police officers in Minnesota are required to get a warrant before conducting a search. This raises an important question: Can a police officer conduct a search without a warrant? The short answer is ‘yes’—but only in certain limited circumstances. Here, our Mankato criminal …

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Bill to Legalize Adult-Use of Recreational Marijuana Making Progress in Minnesota House of Representatives

Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Drug Crime, Recreational Marijuana

According to reporting from CBS Minnesota, the Minnesota recreational marijuana legalization bill continues to make progress in our state capital of Saint Paul. If passed into law, the reform legislation would allow for the adult (21+) use of recreational marijuana and would create a system to expunge many prior marijuana-related convictions. Here, our Mankato drug …

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Is Spousal Support Always Awarded After a Divorce in Minnesota?

Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Divorce, Finances and Divorce

After a marital separation in Minnesota, the financially disadvantaged partner may be eligible to receive ongoing payments from their former spouse. You may be wondering: Is alimony guaranteed after a divorce in Minnesota? The answer is ‘no’—spousal support will only be granted if certain basic criteria are satisfied. In this article, our Mankato alimony lawyers …

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DWIs and Commercial Drivers in Minnesota: What You Need to Know

Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | DWI

As explained by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, a driver needs a commercial driver’s license (CDL) to lawfully operate a wide range of commercial vehicles in the state, including large trucks, delivery trucks, tow trucks, buses, and much more. If you are a commercial driver, a DWI charge is a very serious problem. In …

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Family & Divorce in Minnesota: An Overview of the Parenting Agreement Worksheet

Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Divorce, Family Law

Going through a divorce or separation is never easy, especially for parents of young children. To help facilitate the best possible environment for the child, Minnesota encourages parents to come to a parenting plan that outlines parental rights and responsibilities. The Parenting Agreement Worksheet (Minnesota Version) is used to help parents put together an effective …

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When Can You Suppress Evidence in a Criminal Case?

Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Criminal Defense

Were you arrested and charged with a crime in Minnesota? If so, you are probably already aware of the fact that your innocence is presumed until you are proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. A criminal charge is not the same as a conviction. To obtain a conviction in a criminal case, the prosecution has …

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Child Custody Disputes in Minnesota: What are My Options If My Ex is Interfering With My Parenting Time?

Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Family Law

Going through a custody or visitation dispute is never easy. When you finally reach a resolution, it can bring a tremendous amount of relief. Unfortunately, that is not always the end of the matter. You may be stuck dealing with an ex who simply refuses to follow the parenting time schedule—thereby taking away the precious …

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Expert Witnesses and Family Law in Minnesota: A Guide

Posted by Kohlmeyer Hagen Law Office | Family Law

Many family law disputes are complicated. In certain circumstances, an expert witness may need to be brought in to help bring clarity to a specialized matter. Minnesota has strict rules and procedures regarding the use of expert witnesses. In this article, our Mankato family lawyers highlight the most important things you should know about expert …

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How Do Prosecutors Prove Drugged Driving in Minnesota?

Posted by Jason Kohlmeyer | DWI

Drunk driving has long been a serious public safety issue in the United States. Drugged driving is a less appreciated, but no less severe problem. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) reports that 12.6 million Americans admitted to driving while under the influence of illicit drugs in 2018 alone. Highway safety experts believe the …

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