Can a joint custody parent take the children out of state for vacation without the permission of the other parent?

Absent an Order to the contrary, there is nothing that requires a parent to seek consent of the other to take the child out of state for vacation....

What to do about no prof insuance ticket?

Often, if you hire an attorney, yuou can avoid a conviction for the misdemeanor with a Stay of Prosecution which results in no conviction and no...

In the state of Minnesota, following death of a tenant, is the family obligated to pay the lease for 60 additional days?

The family is obligated to pay nothing. The landlord would have a claim, if any, against the estate. There is nothing under the law that requires...

Do I have to provide my tenants with a washer dryer and internet service?

Your written agreement controls. If there is no argument that the lease was modified to include additional benefits, you have a strong argument...

What are the penalties and should I get an attorney?

The charge is a misdemeanor and although it sounds innocuous, it can have an effect on later employment. You would be wise to hire counsel....

Are there special considerations giving to bonding and parenting time in regards to children under 3 years old?

Parenting time and custody decisions are made in Minnesota based on what is in a child's best interests. The resulting court ordered schedule is...

I have a 13 year old son who wants to live with me. What age can they choose?

A child in Minnesota never may decide where they will live. To change custody, there must be a prima facie showing that the child is endangered...

A gun was fired it was not me but they are attempting to charge me with a reckless discharge, cause no one gave a statement

Thank you for your post. You can be charged with an offense if the prosecutor believes there is probable cause to support htat charge. Even...

Arrested for DUI, prescription medication, took blood test, have not been charged, and still have liscense.

Thank you for the post. I am an attorney licensed in Minnesota. You can be charged with a DWI for having drugs in your system. that would...

It is not illegal to have no running water. However, it is a safety and hygiene issue that may form a basis to file a Motion seeking a change in...