Minnesota is considering making changes to how the state views hate crimes to ensure crimes that are motivated by racial bias receive fair punishment. A problem with the current hate crime laws was seen when prosecutors announced charges against the four white men accused of shooting five black protesters during the protests near the Minneapolis […]
Restraining Order Violations in Minnesota
If you find yourself being harassed by an ex-boyfriend, family member or classmate, you can file for a restraining order in Minnesota. Applying for a restraining order in Minnesota is pretty straightforward. First, you need to submit a petition that includes the following: The name of the alleged harassment victim; The name of the respondent; […]
Common Black Friday Crimes
Black Friday is here, and that means millions of people will head out to the retail stores or the outlet malls to get the best deals on all their holiday shopping. But Black Friday also has a more sinister side, full of crime and violence. Today, we take a closer look at some crimes that […]
Which Minnesota Counties Have The Most DUIs?
Thanksgiving is only a few days away, and that means you’re going to notice a theme on our blog in the next three days. Drunk driving arrests always spike in the four-day holiday stretch spanning from the night before Thanksgiving into the wee hours of Sunday morning, so we’re going to do our best to […]
Minnesota Plans To Reduce Many Future Drug Crime Sentences
The Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines Commission approved a motion that would reduce prison sentencing guidelines for a variety of drug crime offenses. The approved measure would reduce prison sentences for individuals convicted of first- and second-degree drug possession. First-degree possession sentences would be nearly cut in half, and second-degree offenders could receive probation instead of the current […]
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