Hennepin County has passed a new ordinance that bans smoking on County property. A ban previously existed restricting smoking in public places, but this new ordinance includes any outdoor property—even a person sitting in their own vehicle. The Hennepin County Board passed the new ban in a 6-1 vote last month. Specifically, the ordinance bans […]
Study Shows Minnesota Has Highest Recidivism Rate in America
A recent study done by the Pew Center revealed that Minnesota has the highest recidivism rate in the country. Recidivism is the tendency of a convicted criminal to relapse into criminal behavior. The study collected data from 41 of the 50 United States. Minnesota was the “winner” with a recidivism rate of 61 percent. That’s […]
5 Myths About Prostitution in Minnesota
There are many common misconceptions about prostitution laws in Minnesota. In this article we’ll separate fact from fiction regarding Minnesota prostitution laws. 1. Myth: An officer cannot expose himself, or engage in sex with a provider prior to arresting her. Fact: Police have been known to do both of these things to catch prostitutes. Do […]
Minnesota DWI: Know Your Rights
There are many Do’s and Don’ts when it comes to a Minnesota DWI stop. Outlined below are the best and worst practices for a Minnesota DWI stop. Follow these guidelines if you’re ever pulled over for drinking and driving in Minnesota. What to Do: Always keep your driver’s license and proof of insurance with you […]
MN Judge Says Intoxilyzer 5000 is Reliable in DWI Cases
This month Scott County Judge, Jerome Abrams, ruled that the controversial Intoxilyzer 5000 breath testing machine is reliable in Minnesota DWI cases. The Intoxilyzer 5000 has long been the standard breath test machine used by the state for testing driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC). A coalition of Minnesota criminal defense lawyers began a legal battle […]
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