A criminal charge may be supported by a threat of physical harm that places the victim in fear of harm. However, if there was a dispute between a...

Does a person have to accept a reduction in pay by an employer?

If you do not have a contract, you are an employee "at will." That means you may be terminated for any reason or even no reason, so long as it...

Drug task force broke into my small studio apartment. After about 45 minutes, two men brought me

Law enforcement must read Miranda warnings before they conduct a custodial interrogation. Being in custody means a reasonable person would no...

First time shoplifting

A theft offense can be very serious. While any theft under $500 is a misdemeanor. Such an offense is still punishable by up to 90 days in jail and...

Can I be charged with a drug offense if I am in the company of users but do not use drugs?

Yes. You may be charged with possession of a narcotic if you are able to possess or control the contraband. As a result, if you are in a location...

In Coon Rapids MN I was strapped down by police and forced to have my blood withdrawn. Is this legal

There may be a challenge to the evidence seized. (the blood sample and resulting test) as violating laws against unreasonable search and seizure...

Confused about joint shared custody!

It is difficult to determine without reviewing the court order. As you may know, there are two types of custody: Legal and Physical. Legal...

We're both from Mn, We relocated to Utah, he stayed after requesting divorce. Divorced in Utah.I stayed in MN.I lived x6mo inUt.

Your rights to assets in a divorce are determined by a court and included in your divorce decree. You cannot acquire a lien on an inheritance. ...

Can I press charges for blackmail?

Only a prosecutor may "press charges." You may make a report to police if you believe a crime has been committed. they will linvestigate it and,...

Can i stop my child from being sent out of state?

You may file a Motion to seek custody/parenting time based on the scenario you just described. There is a change in circumstance. The children are...