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When facing criminal charges, choosing the right attorney can make all the difference. You need a great defense lawyer that doesn’t just react to the prosecution’s case. The following unique ways your attorney can help and get the best possible outcome will give you insight into questions you should be asking. Some attorneys go beyond […]
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In criminal law, two terms often come up when discussing police stops, searches, and arrests: Reasonable Suspicion vs. Probable Cause. These concepts define what law enforcement can and cannot do when interacting with citizens. Understanding them is essential, especially if you find yourself in a situation where your rights may be at stake. What is
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First-degree murder is considered one of the most serious crimes in Minnesota. The state defines it as the intentional and premeditated killing of another person with premeditation and deliberation. This means that the perpetrator not only intended to kill the victim but also planned the act. Defining first-degree The state outlines several specific circumstances under
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Murder cases are among the most serious and complex legal matters one can face. With one’s stakes incredibly high, the need for a robust murder defense strategy cannot be overstated. Suppose an individual has been charged with murder. In that case, they should explore the various legal avenues and strategies available to help ensure that
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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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Several recent incidents reportedly led to a major event where a Minnesota man became locked in a standoff with police. Prior to the standoff, police received reports that the man had brandished a gun toward his church pastor. He was also accused of assaulting his wife. Police say that there were several warrants out for
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If someone winds up facing criminal charges in connection with the loss of another person’s life, that person has a lot at stake, including his or her freedom. Facing a murder charge is serious no matter what the circumstances. In Minnesota there are first-, second- and third-degree murder statutes. Beyond that there are also two
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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
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Law enforcement officers in Minneapolis are in the process of looking for the individual believed responsible for a shooting that left a man dead. This event occurred the evening of Sept. 25, outside GM Tobacco. Though not yet in police custody, the accused has been identified and charged with second-degree murder, for which the consequences
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