Nowadays, communication happens instantly via text messages, emails and social media. While this convenience has its benefits, it can also create serious risks for individuals facing criminal charges. If you are at risk of a criminal conviction, anything you...
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Key factors to consider before accepting a plea deal
Most criminal cases are resolved through plea deals instead of going to trial, and you might be offered one if you’re facing criminal charges. While taking a plea deal to resolve your case quickly can be tempting, it's not a decision to rush into. Accepting a plea...
It’s not a good idea to flee from the police during a DWI stop
Being pulled over by police in Minnesota can be a stress-inducing experience, even for the most law-abiding motorist. However, some individuals may panic during the stop and consider fleeing from law enforcement to avoid arrest. This impulse, though understandable in...
How do you invoke your right to remain silent?
If you’re a resident of the United States, you probably know that you have the right to refuse to answer questions from the authorities in order to avoid self-incrimination. Did you know, however, that you cannot invoke your “right to remain silent” by simply...
How a criminal conviction could affect your life
If you are charged with a crime, it’s important to understand the potential ramifications that a conviction could have on your life. That’s why it’s crucial to take any criminal charge seriously, whether it’s a misdemeanor or felony. Here are just some potential...
Is it legal to share drugs without compensation?
Most people are aware that it’s illegal to sell drugs and other controlled substances. These may include prescription drugs, like oxycodone, morphine or other types of painkillers. It could also include recreational drugs, such as marijuana or other cannabis products....
You can get a DWI while sitting in a parked car
Nobody ever starts their evening out with the intent of getting a DWI. But good times with good friends sometimes result in having a few too many drinks. When you reach your vehicle, you realize that you are too intoxicated to drive and decide to recline your seat so...
Can domestic violence victims drop charges?
A fight with your significant other or your spouse got out of hand, and you’ve been arrested on domestic violence charges. Right now, you’re concerned with what’s going to happen to your reputation, whether you’ll lose your job and what other potential consequences...
Why is the presumption of innocence so important?
Innocent until proven guilty is a term that most people are familiar with, but what does it really mean? The presumption of innocence is actually something that is enshrined in law, largely through the logic of the court’s decision in the pivotal case of Taylor vs....
Was your Minnesota DWI stop unlawful? Can you prove it?
Since we discuss it frequently, you may know that reasonable suspicion is the legal standard officers must meet to initiate a traffic stop. More than a hunch or gut feeling, the police need observable facts that suggest you might be driving while intoxicated. When you...