Perhaps you’ve run into a drunk driving checkpoint when visiting another state or you’ve simply seen them referenced in movies or TV. These checkpoints force an interaction between police and a driver even though absolutely zero reasonable suspicion has been established to stop a driver. Despite the absence of evidence, these DUI checkpoints are completely […]
Tips For Plea Bargaining A Traffic Ticket In Minnesota
A plea bargain is a way to avoid a worst case scenario ahead of your court date. During a plea bargain meeting, you’ll connect with the prosecutor’s office and see if a deal can be reached that saves everyone the hassle of going to court. You may fancy yourself a pretty good negotiator, but how […]
Hennepin County Ordered To Reduce Jail Population Over Staff Negligence
A report by the Minnesota Department of Corrections found that Hennepin County has failed to meet minimum staffing requirements and created conditions that pose an “imminent risk of life-threatening harm or serious physical injury” to inmates at its jails. According to the Minnesota DOC, both the county jails at Minneapolis City Hall and a newer […]
Common Pre-Trial Motions In Minnesota Criminal Court
An effective pre-trial motion can help set your case up for success or even lead to all the charges against you being dismissed, but you need to act wisely and deliberately when filing these motions. Not only can a lawyer help to ensure these motions are filed correctly, but they can also take care of […]
Can Police Pull You Over On An Anonymous Tip?
There are a few different phone numbers you can call in Minnesota if you want to report a crime or suspicious behavior, and police oftentimes use this information to help keep local communities safe. However, this system can also be abused, as an ex-lover or a road raging motorist could lie about what took place […]
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