If you’ve ever been pulled over, the first line out of the officer’s mouth may have been “Do you know why I pulled you over?” After a recent reform to police procedures in Minnesota, police will no longer be asking this question to stopped motorists. “There were some organizations that thought it put the driver […]
What Does “Pleading The Fifth” Mean?
If you’re a fan of legal shows like Law & Order or Blue Bloods, you’re probably somewhat familiar with the phrase “pleading the fifth.” However, Hollywood doesn’t always portray courtroom or legal scenes all that accurately, so what does it mean to plead the fifth in a criminal case? We take a closer look at […]
Three Ways To Challenge The Validity Of A Search Warrant
The US Constitution protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures, so police can’t just bust into your home on a whim and look for drugs. That said, law enforcement can secure what’s known as a search warrant, which is a legal document that gives them the proper authority to search a specific place. In order […]
How To Handle A Police Detainment In Minnesota
You’ve probably heard the term “detainment” or a form of the word if you watch legal dramas on television or have some familiarity with the legal world, but many people can’t specifically explain what it means to be detained by police or what factors need to be present for police to legally detain an individual. […]
Minneapolis Police In The News Again For All The Wrong Reasons
Police in the Twin Cities are once again in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons after body camera footage showcased all that is wrong with the execution of no-knock warrants. Late last Friday, a video of the Minneapolis police SWAT team made national waves after it showcased just how chaotic and deadly these no-knock […]
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