Sexual assault is a serious and heinous crime that involves the unwanted sexual contact of another individual. And while perpetrators should be held accountable for their actions, every year there are individuals who are unjustly accused of sexual assault. A conviction can turn your world upside down, so if you have been unjustly accused of […]
Sexual Assault Victims in Rural Minnesota Lack Adequate Support
New findings published by the Minnesota Coalition Against Sexual Assault revealed that sexual assault victims in rural Minnesota lack access to competent medical care. “Our current response is inconsistent and inadequate,” said Kari Ogrodowski, coordinator of the Medical Forensic Exam Access Project. Findings from the MCASA suggest that medical professionals in rural areas lack the […]
New Minnesota Laws Go Into Effect August 1
Laws passed during the 2014 legislative session set to go into effect tomorrow include a ban on weapons for individuals convicted of domestic assault and increased fines for speeding in construction zones, among others. Quick Overview Below is a quick run through of some of the bigger changes that affect criminal law that will go […]
