If you’re like me, last weekend was a busy one, but it wasn’t so hectic that we missed the new batch of criminal laws that went into action in Minnesota on August 1. A lot of the new laws are focused on enhancing current laws or closing loose ends. So without further ado, here’s a […]
The Murder Rate is Dropping in Minnesota
Crime continues to fall in Minnesota, as violent crime and property crime all fell in 2014. According to data collected by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, total crime fell by 4.4 percent in 2014. Total crime was broken into two subgroups, with murder, aggravated assault, rape and robbery accounting for violent crime, while crimes like like […]
Minnesota DNR to Crack Down on Boating DUIs This Weekend
The Minnesota DNR will be cracking down on drunken boaters this weekend as part of a nationwide effort called “Operation Dry Water.” The operation, which begins Friday and will run through Sunday, hopes to spread the message that you will face serious consequences if you’re caught boating while intoxicated. That message was reiterated by DNR […]
4 Common Ways To Defend An Assault Charge
Being charged with assault carries with it some serious consequences, so it’s imperative that your defend yourself against the charge. Depending on the severity of the charge, you could be looking at months or even years in prison, so you need to establish a credible defense. But how can you challenge an assault charge? Today, […]
Judge Rules Minnesota Sex Offender Program Unconstitutional
Based on previous statements from U.S. District Judge Donovan Frank, it’s no surprise that the judge ruled Minnesota’s Sex Offender Program unconstitutional on Wednesday. “There is something very wrong with this state’s method of dealing with sex offenders,” Judge Frank wrote in his 76-page decision on a class-action lawsuit that challenged the current program’s constitutionality. The […]
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