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It is not uncommon for a Minnesota police officer to ask a driver to exit a vehicle if he or she suspects the person of intoxication. The officer might also ask a driver to take a horizontal gaze nystagmus test, which is a specialized eye test used to determine if there is probable cause to […]
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When you are facing drunk driving charges in Minnesota, many things are on the line. Your financial well-being, your personal freedom and your future opportunities are all at stake, and you will benefit from taking your situation seriously. Even if it is your first offense, you could find yourself facing penalties that may alter the
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As in all states, Minnesota has specific laws that pertain to criminal charges involving juveniles. In this state, anyone under age 14 is considered legally incapable of criminal action. However, a teenager between ages 16 and 18 when an alleged crime took place may, in certain circumstances, be tried as an adult. What about 15-year-olds,
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A woman was found lying in a pool of blood outside a Minnesota business establishment on a recent Monday morning after a shooting. She is said to have been employed at the company. One of her co-workers was arrested and charged with her murder, although he denies shooting the 28-year-old. Minnesota police say that
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If Minnesota police have taken you into custody, you might be feeling anxious or worried about your case. There\’s no way to predict with certainty what the ultimate outcome might be. However, if you face charges for a crime, such as identity theft, you might incur repercussions in your personal life, as well as your
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A recent Thursday morning included a former Hennepin, Minnesota commissioner being held in a county jail. The 61-year-old man was arrested the night before. He is now facing several charges for suspected DWI, as well as repercussions for allegedly refusing a Breathalyzer test after his arrest. Dayton police made the arrest just after 9:30 p.m.
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A man who entered Minnesota from another state was arrested in late August. He has since been indicted. At age 36, the man is facing drug crimes charges. Officials say the case has been turned over to federal authorities. The man in question has been accused of illegal drug possession. Deputies first became aware of
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One of the most overwhelming things a young person can face is criminal allegations of any kind. If convicted, criminal charges have the potential to alter the course of a person’s life, leaving a permanent mark on his or her record. However, the implications of criminal charges may be different when the defendant is not
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A 56-year-old woman who was a manager at a credit union in another state has been indicted on four counts of alleged white-collar crimes in federal court. She was employed at the same company for approximately 20 years. Now, she is at risk of up to $1 million in fines and several decades behind bars,
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If you’re driving along a Minnesota roadway and a police officer pulls you over, it is critically important that you understand your rights, especially if the officer asks you to exit your vehicle. It is always best to comply with this request. When a police officer tells you to exit your vehicle, it typically suggests
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