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 […]
The Penn State Scandal: Part 1
The controversy surrounding Joe Paterno and Jerry Sandusky has been dominating the headlines in recent weeks. Many have heard the graphic details surrounding Sandusky’s criminal charges, as well as the allegations surrounding Paterno. However, no thorough legal analysis of the situation has been published. Appelman Law Firm has teamed up with various experts in the […]
[Video] – MN Criminal Defense & DWI Attorneys
We’ve been busy producing a number of new videos in the past few months. You’ve already seen our videos on What to Do if arrested for DWI, and What NOT to do if arrested for DUI. Now we present the very first Appelman Law Firm commercial: Watch, enjoy, and share! Let us know what you […]
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 […]