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Minnesota police often conduct traffic stops as part of their duties. The initial reason for a recent stop was reportedly the driver’s failure to stop at a stop sign. Police say they soon discovered that the vehicle’s registration was expired. A 31-year-old man was driving, accompanied by a 32-year-old female passenger. The woman was the […]
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Facing any type of criminal charges is a threat to your future. If convicted, you could be facing a range of penalties that may include time behind bars, expensive fines and more. This is true for any individual in Minnesota charged with theft or burglary. It may surprise you to learn that you could face
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If you are arrested and charged with DUI or another crime in Minnesota, it can have both an immediate and long-term effect on your life. This is especially true in certain circumstances, such as if you were operating a commercial vehicle when you got pulled over for suspected drunk driving or you’re a licensed professional,
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There are several legal terms that people often use interchangeably when, in fact, they have separate meanings. For instance, reasonable suspicion and probable cause are terms that may both apply to a situation where a police officer thinks a crime has been committed. However, the two terms are slightly different in meaning. Understanding legal terminology
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In a perfect world, a person who is falsely accused of a crime could explain to the court that the allegations are not true, provide evidence, then be cleared. In reality, it does not always work out that way. In fact, many individuals have been wrongfully convicted of a crime and sentenced to prison. When
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Many teenagers in Minnesota and beyond find themselves in situations where they are offered alcohol. There are several reasons why teenage drinking occurs, even knowing that they are underage. Understanding these reasons is helpful, especially if alcohol-related incidents land a teen in trouble with the law, facing charges for juvenile crimes. Binge Drinking: A
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Facing a criminal charge can be a detriment to one’s long-term interests, compromising future opportunities, reputation and personal freedom. If charged with a crime, it will be critical to defend yourself, starting by understanding more about what you are up against. The right defense strategy for your individual situation depends on the details of your case,
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The Minneapolis area has a wide variety of juvenile offenders. Teens and even younger children are involved in drug crimes, assaults, gun-related offenses and robberies — among various other crimes. If they were adults, these offenses would land them behind bars for quite some time if convicted. One county in the area is trying a different approach to how juvenile
Youth Diversion Program in Ramsey County: Good or Bad? Read More »