It’s very important that you walk a straight line and stay out of trouble if you are currently on probation, but it’s also crucial to realize that not all probation violations will be treated the same. In Minnesota, probation violations are sorted into two categories – technical and direct. Below, we take a closer look […]
Probation Pressure and Mental Illness: When Supervision Fuels Setbacks
You’re told probation is better than jail. You can go home, see your family, and maybe keep your job. But they don’t tell you how hard it is to meet every rule when your brain is already working against you. For people with mental illness, probation isn’t relief. It’s another layer of pressure. Miss an […]
The Two Main Types Of Probation In Minnesota
If you have been convicted of criminal charges or agreed to a plea deal, you may find that probation is part of your sentencing agreement. Although probation terms will be unique to the individual and the offense they committed, there are really only two main types of probation in Minnesota. There’s probation to the court […]
What Happens If You Violate Your Probation In Minnesota?
Probation is a condition that is oftentimes put in place after an individual has been released from custody as a way to help keep the individual and the community safe as they work to transition back to a normal life. If a criminal offender fails to uphold the conditions set forth in their probation, it […]
Strip Club Will File Lawsuit Over SBA Loan Denial
As we’ve talked about on the blog and our Facebook page over the last few days, we’re here to help small business owners who are running into trouble applying for and receiving a Small Business Administration loan that is part of the latest economic stimulus package. Being on probation can result in denial, so we […]
