Criminal Defense

In Minnesota, Brandishing a weapon means displaying a weapon in a threatening, angry, or intimidating manner to cause fear. It involves intent to threaten even without pointing the weapon. Most laws define it as showing a weapon in public with hostile intent or during a dispute to intimidate others. The exact legal definition and consequences of brandishing a weapon...

1st Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct is among the most serious sexual offense charges in Minnesota. Conviction can result in severe legal penalties and long-lasting personal consequences, including incarceration, registration as a sex offender, and damage to your reputation and future prospects. If you or a loved one is facing a 1st degree criminal sexual conduct charge, it is crucial...

Facing an accusation of criminal sexual conduct is a life-changing event that can make you feel isolated and overwhelmed. You might feel a heavy weight of uncertainty as you think about how a single night of drinking or drug use could result in a permanent criminal record and a lifetime of registration requirements. It’s natural to feel like the...

Were you recently charged with a weapons offense? Knives are a popular means of self-defense, and perhaps you thought the knife you were carrying was legal but are facing a weapons charge. Or you are simply trying to educate yourself on Minnesota knife laws, including the different types of knives and their legality in the state. No matter your...

Experienced Minnesota DWI Lawyer If you have been arrested and charged with a Minnesota DWI, you want to make sure you retain an experienced Minnesota DWI lawyer.   Not only are you facing criminal charges for suspicion of DWI, but you will also face a number of collateral issues such as the loss of your driver’s license, possible impoundment...

As of August 1, 2023, recreational cannabis use and possession are legal for adults aged 21 and older in Minnesota. This significant change aligns state law with a growing movement across the country. However, it remains important to note that marijuana is still classified as a controlled substance under federal law. In Minnesota, the law now permits the production...

A knock on your door. A detective’s voicemail. A whisper spreading through your job or school. When you’re falsely accused of sexual assault in MN, it can feel like your entire world tilts sideways overnight. You may be shocked that charges can move forward based on one person’s words. But they can and often do. Minnesota prosecutors are legally...

A late-night phone call from law enforcement, a knock on the door, or a sudden accusation at work, your world shifts in an instant. You’re standing accused of sexual assault, but there’s no DNA, no medical exam, and no photos. You might be asking yourself: Can prosecutors move forward with a case like this? Yes. State law allows prosecutors...

You’ve been accused of engaging in sexual activity with someone who wasn’t able to consent whether due to intoxication, cognitive disability, or a mental health crisis. You think back to the incident and believe you knew that your partner was coherent, engaged, and voluntarily decided to engage in sexual activity with you. How can you be facing a charge...

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 in Minnesota you face. Also, convictions for all types of assault have other consequences that can...