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For many people in need of an attorney, they are hiring an attorney for the first time. This is especially true for those who need a criminal defense attorney. You may be wondering what questions to ask potential attorneys or where to even begin looking for information. While this is not a complete list, these
Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer who is currently facing felony charges in connection with the killing of George Floyd, has been released from jail after posting bond on October 7th. Chauvin’s unconditional bail was set at $1.25 million and his conditional bail was set at $1 million. Chauvin is currently charged with second-degree
To many people, robbery and burglary are interchangeable terms to refer to a specific theft offense. In fact, many people think both simply mean something was stolen from someone. While that is generally true, there are still significant differences between the two crimes under Minnesota law. Robbery Under Minnesota law there are two basic kinds
Minnesota law is full of legal terms whose definitions are not clear or are ambiguous or misleading. Minnesota criminal law is no different. This blog will examine some of the common terms in Minnesota criminal law and provide examples. This blog is not a substitute for the assistance of an experienced criminal defense attorney. If
Whether you are in need of a restraining order or have just been served with a restraining order, you may be wondering what these orders entail. There are three different kinds of restraining orders in Minnesota, including Harassment Restraining Orders (HRO), Orders for Protection (OFP), and Domestic Abuse No Contact Orders (DANCO). If you need
Domestic violence offenses in Minnesota are unique because in addition to the usual criminal penalties that can be imposed when someone is convicted of a crime, domestic violence offenses also carry several collateral consequences. This can be true even when someone is charged with domestic assault but eventually pleads guilty or is otherwise convicted of
If you believe you were arrested but not charged with a crime, the first thing you should do is have an attorney help you determine whether this is in fact the case. Sometimes due to mix ups with addresses a person is charged but they do not receive their summons and therefore do not know
The United States Constitution protects the right of the people to keep and bear arms. See U.S. Const. amend. II. This generally means that you have the right to own firearms. However, Minnesota law provides limitations on these rights and failing to abide by these limitations can result in serious criminal charges. Certain Convicted Felons
Considering the potentially life-altering effects of a driving while intoxicated (DWI) conviction in Minnesota, it may be beneficial for someone facing a criminal charge of this nature to explore all avenues of defense. When examining possible modes of attack on the state’s case, it is worth determining reasonable and articulable suspicion in the context of
Individuals convicted of crimes commonly face periods of probationary supervision. During these stretches, they typically must meet a set of conditions to avoid additional sanctions. While probation can be a valuable chance to steer clear of lengthy incarceration, it can also become an inconvenient, financially onerous burden. A skilled criminal defense attorney could help an
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