Being in the custody of Minnesota police can be a frightening experience, especially if you have never undergone an arrest prior to that moment. Even the moments leading up to an arrest can be unsettling, such as if a traffic officer pulls you over and wants to search...
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Is a private criminal defense attorney better than a public defender?
Getting arrested is a very stressful experience. Many people find the intake process at the local jail very dehumanizing. It can also be incredibly stressful to lose one's freedom and have no certainty about what happens next. Anyone accused of significant criminal...
Study drugs sometimes lead to students facing criminal charges
College students often learn by making mistakes. For example, they might put off studying for a test or working on a major project until the very last moment. They may put their social agenda ahead of their education and then worry about what that might mean for their...
Do sex workers have rights in Minnesota?
The majority of women in sex work are in it because it pays the bills and more. Occasionally, it allows them to earn more than a day job. But working in prostitution comes with a lot of dangers. As prostitution remains illegal in Minnesota, sex workers have no rights...
Drug charges filed against 6 in Minnesota
Six people, ranging in age from 22 to 44 and residing in several Minnesota communities, will soon have an opportunity to present a defense in court. Each of the individuals was recently taken into police custody during a string of drug investigations. Drug charges...
Preparing for a federal criminal case
If you get a traffic ticket or face charges for a minor crime in Minnesota, you might be able to resolve the issue without long-lasting consequences, even if you are convicted. Some cases are far more serious, with repercussions that could change your whole life. For...
Minnesota man accused of stealing a taxicab
On a recent Tuesday night, Minnesota police were called to investigate a stolen vehicle. The vehicle in question was a taxicab. The driver had reportedly stopped at a gas station to use the restroom. Apparently, a customer was in the taxicab at the time. The taxicab...
Are Minnesota criminal defense laws unfair?
When a person is placed in a Minnesota county jail to await trial, it may be because that individual could not afford to pay bail. In recent years, the Minnesota Freedom Fund received tens of millions of dollars in donations to help accused individuals who would...
What does the 5th Amendment mean for you?
Facing criminal charges can be one of the most intimidating things you may ever face in your life. You know there are a lot of things at stake for you, but you may be unsure of what to do and how you can keep your future intact. One of the most important things you...
Minnesota police accuse man of drug crimes
A man who entered Minnesota from another state was arrested in late August. He has since been indicted. At age 36, the man is facing drug crimes charges. Officials say the case has been turned over to federal authorities. The man in question has been accused of...