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Minnesota law makes a distinction between misdemeanors and felonies. The level of punishment will be greatly determined by which type of crime it is labeled as. A criminal defense lawyer may be able to help you receive a fair trial and mount a strong defense in court, regardless of whether you have been charged with
Credit card and check fraud are the two fastest-growing forms of identity theft. There are various types of charges you could face related credit card and check fraud. In any case, having an experienced criminal defense attorney in your corner is crucial. Types of Credit Card Fraud There is a variety of different types of
Gun laws are a controversial topic. Some people strongly favor a broad interpretation of the Second Amendment, while others have reservations about the sale and circulation of firearms. In Minnesota, it is lawful to conceal carry. However, certain prerequisites must be met before this permit can be obtained. How to Legally Conceal Carry In Minnesota
A sobriety checkpoint is a prearranged area where authorities stop and inspect drivers for signs of intoxication. Law enforcement officers can conduct breath tests and field sobriety tests, including the walk-and-turn, one-leg stand, and horizontal gaze nystagmus test. Sobriety checkpoints have been found unconstitutional in various states. Knowing your rights at a sobriety checkpoint can
Violating traffic laws can lead to having your driver’s license revoked. This can prove difficult in the long run, leaving you struggling to complete simple everyday tasks that require a vehicle. You might be unable to get to work, pick up your kids from school, or even make a run to the grocery store. Fortunately,
Inevitably, in every crime show, you will hear an officer perform an arrest and inform the accused that they have the right to an attorney, and if one cannot be afforded the state will appoint one. This is derived from the fact that both the Minnesota Constitution and United States Constitution guarantee that every indigent
For many parents, learning that their child is being subject to a school disciplinary hearing is earth-shattering news. K12 education is of paramount importance and the disruption of being removed from school can have a detrimental impact on the livelihood of both the child and the parents, who must scramble to make adequate accommodations. It
With the recent legal landscape surrounding marijuana changing throughout the United States, it can be confusing knowing exactly what is allowed. Even more confusing is understanding the interplay between marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Drug paraphernalia is defined under statute as all equipment used to manufacture, inject, test, or enhance a controlled substance. See Minn. Stat.
The Sixth Amendment to the United States Constitution, as well as Article I Section Six of the Minnesota Constitution, guarantees that every citizen who has been accused of a criminal offense will enjoy the right to the assistance of counsel. In plain language, this means that every individual who has charges brought against them by
The United States has a longstanding tradition of allowing individuals who have been arrested to be released on bail prior to their case being tried, effectively known as “pre-trial release”. The Eighth Amendment to the United States Constitution explicitly forbids the imposition of excessive bail. While this prohibition is thought to hold the courts accountable,
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