The majority of violent crimes are perpetrated by a very small percentage of the population, according to a study out of Sweden. Although criminal tendencies between Sweden and the United States aren’t exactly the same, the study shines a light on the idea that the vast majority of the population has no problem avoiding violent […]
Can A Victim Violate An Order For Protection In Minnesota?
An Order for Protection (OFP) is something that may be put in place in situations where domestic abuse has been proven or alleged. While the specifics of an Order for Protection will be laid out in the order, generally it states that the defendant (the restrained party) is not to have any contact with the […]
Defense Of Others And Duty To Retreat In Minnesota
You are probably somewhat aware of what self-defense means and how it could be applied in a criminal case, but what if you are standing up for someone else? Does self-defense apply the same way if you intervene to protect another individual, or will you find yourself in trouble if you go on the offensive […]
The Long-Term Consequences Of An Assault Conviction In Minnesota
If you’ve lived long enough, you’ve probably been someplace where a fight has broken out. Heck, you may have even been involved. Sometimes cooler heads prevail in these situations and all parties walk away unharmed, but if things escalate and law enforcement shows up, those involved in the fight may end up catching an assault […]
Domestic Violence Killings Reach 30-Year High In Minnesota
The latest report on domestic violence in Minnesota revealed that 40 people lost their lives in domestic violence situations in 2023, the highest number since Violence Free Minnesota began compiling the statistics in an annual report in 1989. The previous high was 37 domestic-related homicides in 2013, and Minnesota has averaged 26 deaths related to […]
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