When the calendar turned to 2021, Minnesota ushered in a few new laws. In years past there were a number of smaller changes that affected criminal law, but this year only one major criminal law change went into effect on January 1st, and it affects how sexual assault examination kits are handled in Minnesota. We […]
When Can Police Enter Private Property?
The Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures. This means that police can’t just stop and frisk you while you’re walking down the street or barge into your home any time they want to look for evidence of a crime. However, that doesn’t mean you have absolute privacy […]
Minnesota Criminal Courts Going Virtual Amid New COVID-19 Guidelines
Late last week, the Minnesota Judicial Council stated that there will be a 60-day pause on all in-person criminal jury trials, effective through February 1. The order comes on the heels of new COVID-19 regulations put forth by Gov. Tim Walz. Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice Loria Gildea said some exceptions will be made for […]
The Penalties For Criminal Conspiracy In Minnesota
Most people know that you don’t have to successfully pull off a criminal endeavor in order to be charged with the crime. For example, you can be charged with attempted murder for trying and failing to take someone’s life, and the same thought process applies to less serious crimes. You can be charged with shoplifting […]
What Are Pretrial Diversion Programs In Minnesota?
If you are facing criminal charges, it’s imperative that you know all of the options available to you. One often overlooked aspect before trial is the possibility to enter what’s known as a pretrial diversion program. These programs are designed to help low-level offenders enter a program that benefits the community through court sanctioned directives […]
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