“The right of people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.” – United […]
DWI in the Twin Cities: Losing your Drivers License
Guest blog by anonymous former client For me, the most frustrating part about getting a DWI was losing my driving privileges. Not being able to just get in my car and go wherever I want has been a challenge. However, there are a couple of options for getting around. The ignition interlock system is a […]
Warrant Quashed Thanks to ALF Legal Team
This morning the Appelman Law Firm legal team showcased their ability to work quickly and effectively in the face of court issues. Avery was in Isanti County court this morning helping his client deal with legal matters stemming from some past DWI charges. Upon arriving, Avery was informed that his client had a warrant out […]
Hiring a Lawyer vs. Public Defender vs. Self-Representation
When charged with a crime, many people struggle do not know whether to hire an attorney, the public defender, or just represent themselves. It is difficult to make informed, rational decisions when you have little to no knowledge of the justice system. Sometimes, people may think they can handle their legal issues themselves – but […]
The Hobbs Act Gives Robbers 20 Years in Federal Prison
Minnesota prosecutors are using a 1946 racketeering law to crack down on career criminals. The Hobbs Act brings heavy sentences to repeat offenders: 20 years in federal prison for each violation. The Hobbs Act targets robberies that affect interstate or foreign commerce. This has a wide margin for interpretation, where seemingly any robbery of a […]
