Criminal Defense

Do you have a charge for violating the minor consumption law in Minnesota? You may be wondering how serious your charges are and what kinds of penalties you are facing. Or maybe you are a parent and want to know if you could get in trouble for letting your child consume alcohol. Perhaps you’re a bartender that worries about...

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 the different types of knives and their legality in Minnesota. No matter your reason, you came to the...

Thousands of people in Minnesota face sexual conduct allegations every year. Sex crimes allegations hold a negative stigma and can cause immediate damage to your reputation. Criminal sexual conduct allegations can arise in heated situations where one party has a motive to make accusations against another. Unfortunately, the prosecuting attorney may file charges against you anyway.  Many clients facing 4th degree...

DO I HAVE TO LET THE POLICE IN MY HOUSE? In a word, no.  The Fourth Amendment protects individuals from unreasonable searches, which includes the entry of a home by police without a warrant.  Courts have historically given homes the highest level of protection under the Fourth Amendment.  Homes have such a strong privacy protection that the Supreme Court...

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...

Probation is an essential component of the Minnesota criminal justice system. As an alternative to jail, probation can help you in many facets of your life. However, being on probation requires a deep commitment. You will need to follow the probation rules closely. If you don’t, you could face a probation violation hearing. Even if it is your first...

If you are facing a Fourth Degree DWI charge, it is unlikely that you will have to go to jail if convicted.   A Fourth Degree DUI charge in St. Paul, Minnesota typically results when it is the person’s first ever DWI or the first DWI charge within the last ten years and the driver’s blood alcohol content is below .20....

Seek Advice from an Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer to Help You Get Through This Complicated Process The Minnesota criminal justice system can be complicated. It can also be intimidating. You may hear words you are unfamiliar with that leave you wondering things like, What is an omnibus hearing in Minnesota? Learning more about the process can help take some...

If you or someone you love was convicted of a felony in North Dakota, you already know the consequences can be severe. A conviction can stay on your record long after the case is closed and you have completed your sentence. Perhaps a mistake from your past is now hindering your future, and you cannot secure a mortgage or...