Healthcare Fraud Reduced: Texas Doctor Case Study
A complex healthcare fraud scheme involving millions of dollars put a Texas-based doctor under federal investigation.
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DWI Case Study: Officer Error and Dismissal
As a criminal defense attorney, I often encounter cases where the evidence appears strong on the surface, only to reveal hidden issues upon closer scrutiny.
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Second-Degree Assault with a Deadly Weapon Case Study
In 2023, Ryan Pacyga, an experienced Minnesota criminal defense attorney, took on the case of W.C., a military veteran charged with second-degree assault with a deadly weapon.
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DWI with Unique Circumstances: Defense in Minnesota
Understanding DWI with Unique Circumstances In this pivotal case, a wife found herself in a dangerous situation after an argument with her husband turned violent while they were camping in a remote area. After walking back from a nearby tavern, the husband assaulted her, taking her phone and leaving her with no means of communication
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DWI Test Refusal Case Study: Charge Reduction
Understanding DWI Test Refusal in Minnesota” (assuming you’re focusing on Minnesota law) In 2023, Marie Pacyga, a skilled Minnesota DWI defense attorney, represented K.M., who was initially charged with third-degree DWI test refusal. The case was further complicated by the fact that the prosecution waited nearly the entire statute of limitations period before filing charges,
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Strangulation and Assault Case Study: Denial of Restitution
Understanding Strangulation and its Impact in Assault Cases S.P. was charged with strangulation and assault in Dakota County. Although the charges of strangulation and assault were serious, defense attorney Ryan Pacyga successfully negotiated the dismissal of all charges related to the alleged victim. Despite the dismissal, the State filed a motion seeking restitution of approximately
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Malicious Punishment of a Child Case Study: Dismissal
Background In 2014, M.G. was charged with Malicious Punishment of a Child under Minnesota Statute 609.377, following allegations that surfaced after he became the mother’s new boyfriend. The accusations placed M.G. in a difficult position, as child abuse charges carry severe legal and personal consequences. M.G. maintained his innocence, asserting that the allegations were false
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Prostitution Charges Acquitted: A Case Study
In 2014, the St. Paul Police Department conducted a reverse sting operation targeting individuals seeking illicit services. As part of the sting, a female undercover officer posed as a prostitute, placing a fake ad on the internet for an illicit massage.
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Probation Violation Dismissed: DWI & Drug Case Study
J.A. faced a probation violation in Dakota County after being charged with a new DWI and drug offense while on probation for a prior DWI conviction. Admitting to the violation, J.A. was at risk of significant penalties, including a 30-day jail sentence proposed by both the probation agent and the prosecutor.
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Harassing Phone Calls Case Study: Creative Resolution
In 2016, T.H., a licensed professional, was charged with making harassing phone calls after a personal friendship went sour. The situation escalated when the other party threatened to contact T.H.’s spouse, prompting T.H. to leave several harassing voicemails.
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