Not every criminal case ends with a judge or jury member reading off a verdict. In fact, a good portion of cases never get that far because both sides end up agreeing to a plea deal. But what exactly is a plea deal, and should you accept one for your case? We answer those questions […]
Both Sides Argue Over Cameras in Minnesota Courtrooms
A representative from St. Cloud is attempting to restrict camera access in Minnesota courtrooms, and both sides are heavily divided on the issue. The bill, championed by Rep. Jim Knoblach, would restrict camera use from any criminal matter, from the court hearings to sentencing, without consent from everyone involved in the case. This means the […]
The Challenges of The Kansas Waterpark Death Lawsuit
If you’ve been watching the news lately, you’ve probably head about the lawsuit over the death of a 10-year-old boy at a Kansas waterpark. For those of you unfamiliar with the case, 10-year-old Caleb Schwab was decapitated after riding on the Verruckt – which means “insane” in German. His watercraft went airborne during the ride […]
Expungement and Sealing Your Record in Minnesota
A public criminal record can make it difficult for you to land that job or be approved for that rental agreement. If you’ve committed to making better choices, there’s no reason why a past mistake should have a significant impact on your future. To help keep mistakes in the past, Minnesota offers the option to […]
Minnesota Judge Says Breathalyzer Data Inaccurate
A ruling by a Hennepin County judge may open a number of previous DUI cases up to appeal. The decision by Hennepin County Judge Mary Vasaly states that findings from the Datamaster breathalyzer device aren’t perfectly accurate. According to Judge Vasaly, the Datamaster device has rounded up a test number for at least one convicted […]
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