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...
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A strong defense against theft charges
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...
A criminal conviction has far-reaching implications
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...
Reasonable suspicion versus probable cause
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....
How to keep false accusations from ruining your life
Facing accusations of a crime can be overwhelming, and if these accusations lead to formal charges, you could find your situation impacts every area of your life. This can be especially daunting if you know that these accusations are false and that you did not commit...
Facing false allegations for sexual assault
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...
5 Issues that prompt teenage drinking
Many teenagers in Minnesota and beyond find themselves in situations where they are offered alcohol. There are several reasons why some teens drink, even knowing that they are underage. Understanding these reasons is helpful, especially if alcohol-related incidents...
The difference between a misdemeanor and felony offense
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...
Ramsey County’s youth diversion program — a good or bad thing?
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...