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In MN, can person who committed robbery at age 16, and was tried as an adult, served 33 months, have felony removed from record?
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Answered on October 08, 2013
Just to add to Mr. Gallagher's response. Under Minn Stat 609A, juveniles prosecuted as adults have a statutory right to expungement. You have a...
How long can you be held in jail without bail if the reason for arrest is probable cause?
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Answered on October 08, 2013
Both of my colleagues are correct. Just to add some more information. There is a 36 and 48 hour rule. It kinda confusing, but a person must be...
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What if you were charge with a drug relate 5 degree charge?
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Answered on October 01, 2013
Well, first of all you should consult with an attorney asap. If this is your first offense for a drug case and have no other felony convictions...
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How should this be handled? (2) citations. (1) careless driving - MN 169.13.2 and (2) MN 169.20.5(b) misdemeaner.
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Answered on September 18, 2013
You should obviously fight it in court. You or your attorney should request the dash cam from the squad car to see if these events were captured...
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Can a prosecutor use his feelings about a defendant as reason to go after him?
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Answered on September 16, 2013
Frankly it happens all the time. If a prosecutor has strong feelings about a particular defendant, that prosecutor is likely to put more time an...
What does the charge level "FE" mean?
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Answered on September 07, 2013
It means felony.
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What are my rights as a felon, with a non-person's related crime? 2004 conviction, 2008 expiration. Can I vote? Hunt? MN ?
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Answered on September 04, 2013
I agree with Mr. Gallagher. The only way to get your restore your right to own/posses a firearm is by filing a Petition for Restoration. Your...
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How can my son turn in a drug dealer without imperiling himself?
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Answered on September 03, 2013
Most law enforcement agencies will not or cannot use a minor as a CI. The liability is just too great. You however could give the information to...
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Got charged with 3rd degree dui for not taking breathalyser test. had dui 12 years ago. is being charged as first . penalties?
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Answered on August 19, 2013
As indicated, there is no mandatory jail sanction required under statute due to the fact that your prior is older than 10 years. Keep in mind that...
Can I hand a police officer a written statement (or read a written statement) when pulled over in response to likely questions?
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Answered on June 07, 2013
People actually have cards that they will hand a police officer, if stopped, that indicate that they wish to consult with an attorney before...