The Fourth Amendment protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures of their property. Police officers have to respect the basic right to privacy that all people enjoy. When interacting with members of the public or investigating potential criminal activity,...
Probation is a system used in the criminal justice process where an offender remains in the community under certain conditions instead of serving time in jail or prison. This system aims to monitor individuals and help them reintegrate into society. Probation can...
Many defendants think about whether they should represent themselves in court (known as pro se representation). In most cases, the motivation is money, but in some cases, the defendant cannot see the point of hiring a lawyer because the case seems “open and shut” to them from a legal perspective. In almost every scenario, including if you are an attorney…
Acquiring pre-charge representation is an active step in taking control of your future. Instead of waiting to hear the details of any criminal charges you may face, you can proactively secure a reliable attorney for your needs. By retaining pre-charge representation, you get a jump start on your case instead of wasting precious time trying to find a lawyer who…
An arrest and criminal offense charge is life-altering. Your location and criminal charge won’t matter; criminal offenses face a trial or settlement from a judge. If you’ve received a criminal conviction in Minnesota but believe that there was a legal error during your trial or court case, you can file for an appeal with the state. Even if you can…
If you or someone you know is facing criminal charges in Minnesota, you may wonder how bail works in the state. Bail is a payment made to the court to guarantee that a defendant will appear for their scheduled court date. What Is Bail? Bail is an amount in monetary terms decided by a court to ensure that a defendant…
The concept of “pleading the Fifth” is often covered by legal dramas on television or in the movies. While it appears obvious what pleading the Fifth Amendment means, some aspects of how it is applied might surprise people. Because it is not as cut and dried as many think, if you have a case where you think pleading the Fifth…
One of the most important parts of modern society is the rule of law, and without a criminal defense attorney, those accused of crimes end up with no rights and no expectation of justice. The criminal defense attorney stands as the liaison between the accused and the accuser. While it’s the prosecutor’s job to go after the defendant, the criminal…
When you’re facing charges for a criminal case, you might experience additional stress worrying about going to trial. Fortunately, it’s not very likely that your case will ever go to court. The exact outcome depends on the crime, but hiring lawyers with plenty of criminal law experience is best. Likelihood of Your Criminal Case Going to Trial According to the…
If you are in an altercation that includes the threat of violence or actual violence, chances are very good you or the person you were fighting with, or both of you will end up charged with assault or assault and battery. This charge is different in Minnesota versus if you get charged in another state because Minnesota, by statute, has…