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If you are arrested in Minnesota and charged with drunk driving, you may or may not be able to mitigate your circumstances and resolve your case without a conviction or DWI interlock systems restrictions. Often, your chances of achieving a positive outcome in court are greater if the charge is for a first offense. However, […]
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If someone is arrested in Minnesota and winds up facing criminal charges, the outcome of the case may have a significant impact on the accused individual’s private and professional life. Depending on the type of charges, such as drug crimes, DUI or a violent offense, the collateral effects of the circumstances can be far-reaching and
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Six people, ranging in age from 22 to 44 and residing in several Minnesota communities, will soon have an opportunity to present a defense in court. Each of the individuals was recently taken into police custody during a string of drug investigations. Drug charges against the accused include illegal possession of firearms, as well as
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Our firm recently handled a case involving a medical doctor who was charged with threats of violence and second-degree assault. In this article, we talk all about the case and how we avoided a conviction. Hopefully, this gives others an idea of how to work around a charge and avoid a conviction for similar cases.
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Stay of imposition is a legal decision that can have a significant impact on the lives of those sentenced for criminal offenses in Minnesota. It is important to understand what a stay of imposition means, how it works, and its implications. When sentencing an offender in the state of Minnesota, a judge can opt to
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Navigating third-degree criminal sexual conduct charges is not easy — it needs to be done with care and diligence to ensure the success of the case. Even the smallest pieces of evidence can be extremely helpful in a case and help the accused get a not-guilty verdict. In this blog, I’ll tell you about a
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The criminal justice system is not always about the prosecution and a defense lawyer arguing it out in court, the former with the goal of convicting the accused and the latter hoping for an acquittal. There are some instances when a case is smooth-flowing, mainly because the accused is guilty and is willing to face
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Understanding Threats of Violence in Minnesota Minnesota law has strict rules against threatening violence. These laws aim to protect people from feeling unsafe or scared. If you’re facing charges for threats of violence, it’s important to understand what actions are considered illegal and what defenses might be available. Types of Threats Under Minnesota Law There
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Jail can be a very lonely place for its inmates. Time moves slowly, and every second feels like an entire age. Something that can greatly help inmates pass the time and feel better is talking to their loved ones on the phone — but this can be dangerous if this one crucial rule is not
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Facing criminal charges is a threat to your future interests, regardless of the specific types of charges you are facing. If you are facing criminal allegations of theft, it is in your interests to take your situation seriously, developing a defense strategy that will allow you to effectively confront the case against you. The first
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