North Dakota Marijuana Laws Explained: What’s Legal Now?

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At Arechigo & Stokka, we understand that navigating North Dakota weed laws can be confusing. Many clients ask us, “is marijuana legal in North Dakota?” Unfortunately, these questions often arise only after someone is charged with a crime. By taki...

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Minnesota Workers’ Compensation Guide

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Workers’ Compensation Lawyers Assisting Clients in Minnesota If you are injured on the job in Minnesota and cannot return to work due to the severity of your injury, you may be eligible to file a claim for Minnesota workers’ compensation. Under Minne...

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Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines

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Overview of Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines Though judges may seem to have considerable leeway in sentencing individuals who have been convicted of crimes, real-life circumstances are very different from what you see in films. Minnesota, several othe...

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Seven Ways to Find the Best Criminal Defense Lawyer Near Me

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You’ve been charged with a crime, and searching for help feels daunting. It can be tough to tell one lawyer from another, and you may not know who to call. Your future is on the line, and you need someone who can guide you through the legal maze with...

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What Are the Degrees of Assault in Minnesota?

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Experienced Minnesota Defense Lawyers Explain the Types of Assault in Minnesota The crime of assault covers a large category of offenses. They are all serious crimes. You could go to jail and have to pay large fines no matter what degree of assault i...

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Brandishing a Weapon in Minnesota – What Does it Mean?

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In Minnesota, brandishing a weapon generally refers to displaying a weapon in a threatening or intimidating manner. It doesn’t necessarily mean using the weapon or physically harming anyone with it but can still be considered a serious offense. The e...

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What You Should Know About Minnesota Self-Defense Laws

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In Minnesota, under the MN Stand Your Ground law, individuals have the right to employ force in defense of themselves when facing an imminent threat of bodily harm or injury in specific situations. Minnesota self-defense laws outline the circumstance...

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What is a Downward Departure in Minnesota?

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Downward departure occurs when a judge imposes a sentence below the guideline range due to mitigating factors, ensuring flexibility and acknowledging unique case circumstances. If you face a conviction for a felony offense, you may worry about senten...

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Can You Get a DUI on a Bike in Minnesota?

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Is it Possible to Get a DUI on a Bike in MN? In Minnesota, you cannot be charged with a DUI while riding a bicycle because a bicycle is not classified as a motor vehicle under state law. DUI laws apply only to motor vehicle operators. Riding a bicycl...

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