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When A DUI Charge Involves Injury or Death
With many criminal charges, aggravating factors can increase the severity and penalties. Often times, bodily injury or harm done to another person can elevate the consequences of a charge. In Minnesota, if a person operating a motor vehicle while impaired gets into an...
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Assault and Domestic Assault Charges
Despite what some may think about assault charges, they are more nuanced than simply striking someone. Minnesota law defines assault as intentionally causing or attempting to cause injury or intentionally causing fear of imminent injury to another person. This...
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Treatment Programs as an Alternative to Harsh Penalties in Drug Cases
Minnesota law has five degrees of controlled substance crimes. The degree of a charge depends largely on are the type and amount of drug, the person’s history of drug crimes, and whether the person is accused of possessing or selling. If convicted, the offender could...
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A Sampling of Minnesota’s Marijuana Laws
While there has been talk of major revisions to Minnesota’s marijuana laws, it appears that change is not currently imminent. That means that Minnesota’s current laws remain in place. Some key provisions include: Medical marijuana: Minnesota’s medical cannabis program...
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Minnesota’s DWI Law and St. Patrick’s Day
Similar to how police increase their patrolling during the end-of-year holidays, law enforcement will be extra vigilant this St. Patrick’s Day Weekend as it’s a holiday known for drinking. Take appropriate measures if you’re participating in the celebration and have a...
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Test Refusal – More Than Just Saying “No”
If you are pulled over in Minnesota and the officer believes you are under the influence of alcohol, they will probably ask you to take a roadside preliminary breath test. You do not have to take this test. If you refuse, you will probably be arrested for DWI based on...
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