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In a significant development, the Minnesota Supreme Court has clarified an important aspect of criminal defense law: the defense of another.
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Facing federal charges? Understanding the federal detention hearing process is crucial. This critical stage determines if you’ll be held in custody or released while awaiting trial. Learn what to expect and how a skilled lawyer can fight for your freedom. The Arrest and Initial Appearance After a federal arrest, typically following a grand jury indictment,
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Some people in Minnesota get arrested simply for being in the wrong place at the wrong time. An individual visiting a friend or family member could be there when police officers arrive to serve a search warrant. So, if this happens, can police search them? They may then find themselves unable to leave when they
Can police search me if the warrant isn’t about me? Read More »
Perhaps you’ve got a job interview lined up at a Minnesota company you’ve been hoping to work with for a long time. You’ve even purchased a new outfit for the meeting. You know you have both the skills and experience to do the job and believe you’re a good fit for the company. There’s one
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The police didn\’t read me my rights. Will I get my case dismissed?
Miranda Rights: Can My Case Be Dismissed? Read More »
Being in the custody of Minnesota police can be a frightening experience, especially if you have never undergone an arrest prior to that moment. Even the moments leading up to an arrest can be unsettling, such as if a traffic officer pulls you over and wants to search your vehicle. The more you understand about
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Getting arrested is a very stressful experience. Many people find the intake process at the local jail very dehumanizing. It can also be incredibly stressful to lose one’s freedom and have no certainty about what happens next. That’s when you need a criminal defense attorney. Anyone accused of significant criminal offenses in Minnesota potentially has
Is a private criminal defense attorney better than a public defender? Read More »
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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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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