Laws typically get many tweaks as they make their way from the ground floor all the way up to the Governor’s desk, but that doesn’t mean they are immune from alterations the moment they are signed into law. Many laws become outdated and need adjustments, and that’s the case with a number of sexual assault […]
What Can Trigger A Probation Violation?
If you’ve been convicted of a crime or agreed to a plea deal, there’s a good chance that you will be put on probation for a set period of time after you’ve been released. Probation is designed as a way of keeping the defendant out of trouble, and many times it allows them to have […]
5 Ways To Avoid A Hands-Free Phone Citation While Driving in Minnesota
Minnesota’s hands-free law goes into effect on August 1, and when it does, drivers will no longer be able to drive while using a hand to hold or operate their cell phone. You are allowed “one touch” to connect the incoming call to a hands-free device, but more than that can put you in violation […]
Minnesota Pushing To End Practice of Driver’s License Suspensions For Outstanding Fines
More than 40 states across the United States have laws on their books that allow the state to suspend a person’s driver’s license for failing to pay outstanding fines or fees. Minnesota is one of those states, and many people feel that the law unfairly punishes low-income individuals who may be forced to decide between […]
Penalties For Minors In Possession of Alcohol in Minnesota
The legal drinking age across the United States is 21 years old, but that doesn’t stop young adults and teens from trying to get their hands on alcohol before they come of age. Even though possession of alcohol by an underage person may seem like a minor charge, it can have more consequences than originally […]
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