Breaking into a residential home or attempting to break into someone’s property carries serious penalties in Minnesota, which is why you should always hire a defense lawyer in the event that you end up facing burglary charges. Below, we take a look at the crime of burglary in Minnesota, and the potential penalties for those […]
What Are Detox Holds in Minnesota?
Under Minnesota law, police and peace officers are allowed to place certain individuals into detox holds, even if it is against their will, for up to 72 hours. These detox holds are conducted in order to help keep the person from harming themselves or others, but three days is a long time to be stuck […]
How Common Are Wrongful Convictions?
The criminal justice system is designed to ensure that guilty people are punished for their crimes and innocent people are set free, but that doesn’t happen every time. In fact, the judge and jury gets the decision wrong more often than you might think. After reviewing DNA-based exonerations, researchers found that roughly 3 to 5 […]
5 Common Crimes on Prom Night
It’s Prom Season, and while it is often a fun time for high school students as the school year draws to a close, it can also be a dangerous time. It is important for parents to take the time to talk to their kids about the potential dangers associated with prom and how to best […]
Minnesota Changing Workplace Sexual Harassment Threshold
A new proposal with bipartisan support would change the threshold for sexual harassment in Minnesota workplaces. The proposed change to the law states that “an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment…does not require the harassing conduct or communication to be severe or pervasive.” This sentence would lower the burden of proof for all employees across Minnesota […]
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