When is a Traffic Stop Legal? When Can Police Pull You Over in Minnesota? Understanding your rights. Minnesota law enforcement officers must have a legally valid reason to for a traffic stop. If an officer pulls you over without a valid reason, any evidence they obtain after pulling you over [...]
Order For Protection in Minnesota I have been served with an order for protection, what should I do? It can be nerve-wracking to learn that an order for protection has been issued against you. It is important that you consult an experienced attorney to help you with next steps, as [...]
Juveniles Certified as Adults Avoiding Adult Certification for minors charged with criminal offenses There are several situations in which a minor may not be able to avoid being certified as an adult for criminal charges, however some circumstances and arguments may allow a youth to remain in the juvenile court [...]
MN DWI and Rights to an Attorney Minnesota gives drivers a right to speak with an attorney before a DWI breath test In every criminal case, you have the right to an attorney during the court process, but in DWIs there is an additional point where the officer must allow [...]
Extreme Risk Protection Orders A new law effective January 1 2024 in Minnesota can temporarily prohibit a person from possessing or purchasing a firearm. An Extreme Risk Protection Order is an order issued by a Minnesota court that prohibits a person from possessing or purchasing a firearm for a period [...]
Prosecution Dismissal of Criminal Complaint The best way to resolve a criminal charge is a complete dismissal of criminal complaint, in Minnesota, Rule of Criminal Procedure 30.01. The best way to resolve a criminal charge—short of not ever being charged with a crime at all—is a complete dismissal of the [...]
Marijuana Odor and Police Searches Odor of Marijuana alone is not enough to search a vehicle On September 13, 2023, the Minnesota Supreme Court held in State v. Torgerson that marijuana odor alone is not enough to search a vehicle. Torgerson was stopped by law enforcement for a traffic violation. [...]
Legalization of Recreational Marijuana In 2023, the Minnesota State Legislature legalized the possession and sale of recreational marijuana in Minnesota. As you may have heard, the Minnesota State Legislature legalized the possession and sale of recreational marijuana in Minnesota. The new laws take effect on August 1, 2023. This article [...]
Wrongful Death Statute Changes In 2023, the Minnesota State Legislature made changes to the wrongful death statute: family may now seek damages for pain and suffering. Under Minnesota Law, a family is entitled to seek compensation if a loved one’s death was caused by carelessness or criminal negligence. During the [...]
Harassment Restraining Orders in Minnesota Learn what action to take if a harassment restraining order is issued against you. Public record of an HRO can create unwanted challenges in finding work or housing, so it's important to act quickly. I have been served with a harassment restraining order, [...]
