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Facing false allegations for sexual assault
In a perfect world, a person who is falsely accused of a crime could explain to the court that the allegations are not true, provide evidence, then be cleared. In reality, it does not always work out that way. In fact, many individuals have been wrongfully convicted of a crime and sentenced to prison. When […]
Criminal Trial Stages: A Complete Guide to the Process
While many Minnesota residents likely think they know what a criminal trial involves due to scenes from movies or television, a lot more goes into these cases than typically shown in fictional settings. If you currently face criminal charges and a trial to address the accusations is imminent, you undoubtedly want to know the details […]
Minnesota man accused of sexual assault, bail pending
A Minnesota man who was accused of assault in June of last year is facing more legal problems. He was already out on $150,000 bail concerning the prior charges, which are still pending. The 29-year-old was arraigned on a recent Monday in a State District Court with respect to new criminal accusations. The man was […]
Teenage Drinking: 5 Issues That Prompt It
Many teenagers in Minnesota and beyond find themselves in situations where they are offered alcohol. There are several reasons why teenage drinking occurs, even knowing that they are underage. Understanding these reasons is helpful, especially if alcohol-related incidents land a teen in trouble with the law, facing charges for juvenile crimes. Binge Drinking: A […]
A Breathalyzer problem could impact your future
When pulled over for suspected drunk driving, there is a lot on the line for you. If arrested for drunk driving, your reputation could be in ruins, and if convicted, you could face possible jail time and other penalties. If you find yourself in this situation, it is imperative for you to take immediate action to learn […]
Drug Crimes Charges Filed Against Multiple Minnesota Men
Police sent a Violent Crimes Task Force out with investigators to search two Minnesota residences on a recent Friday morning. The investigation resulted in multiple arrests. Several Minnesota men will now have decisions to make regarding criminal defense options after being charged with multiple felony drug crimes charges. Police seized several items during the searches […]
DWI Charges Filed After Crash Resulting in Injuries
A group of people ranging in ages from 15 to 44 reportedly attended a UFC event at a public venue before getting into the same vehicle to travel after the show. The 15-year-old later spoke to police saying he was initially planning on driving, when the older gentleman that was with him took the keys […]
Miranda Rights: When Must Police Read Them?
It is not unusual for Minnesota residents and those elsewhere to not fully understand their legal rights. The law, especially criminal law, can have many specifics that the average person does not feel the need to explore until he or she faces a legal predicament. However, most people know that they have the right to […]
Murder Charges Filed Against Minnesota Man
A woman from another state was reportedly visiting a man in Minnesota during July when a tragedy occurred. The woman died at the man’s residence. Events leading up to her death prompted police to arrest the man, who is now facing third-degree murder regarding the woman’s death. The man was on probation when the incident […]
Field Sobriety Test Refusal: Is It Legal?
Many Minnesota college campuses are full of students who are of legal age to consume alcohol. There are also students who engage in underage drinking. In either case, if a student is pulled over in a traffic stop, it is critical to know his or her rights and how to protect them, especially if a DWI arrest […]
The difference between a misdemeanor and felony offense
Facing a criminal charge can be a detriment to one’s long-term interests, compromising future opportunities, reputation and personal freedom. If charged with a crime, it will be critical to defend yourself, starting by understanding more about what you are up against. The right defense strategy for your individual situation depends on the details of your case, […]
No Contest Plea: What Does It Mean? (Guilty vs. Not Guilty)
When charged with a crime, Minnesota residents have three options. They can plead guilty, not guilty or no contest. What is the difference between the three, and what should you do? To enter a guilty or no contest plea Entering a guilty plea means you are accepting the charges and choosing not to fight them. […]
Repeat DUI Offender Consequences: Penalties & Outcomes
Driving under the influence of alcohol or any other impairing substance is not something the state of Minnesota takes lightly. While the state understands that people make mistakes, the consequences associated with a DUI conviction can become increasingly severe, especially for repeat DUI offenders. Even a first-time DUI can have serious repercussions, but penalties escalate […]
Youth Diversion Program in Ramsey County: Good or Bad?
The Minneapolis area has a wide variety of juvenile offenders. Teens and even younger children are involved in drug crimes, assaults, gun-related offenses and robberies — among various other crimes. If they were adults, these offenses would land them behind bars for quite some time if convicted. One county in the area is trying a different approach to how juvenile […]
Identity Theft Cases: Essential Elements of Proof
Accusations of any type of crime can wreak havoc on your life. Even if something seems highly unlikely or you do not believe there is any real evidence against you, it is important to take any criminal charge seriously. Because there is no such thing as an open-and-shut case, even if you believe yourself to […]