It sounds like your case has not been dismissed, but the conviction has been vacated and you may be retried. If you do not have a future court...

The other contributors are right. It is a legal stop. The standard for initiating a traffic stop is "reasonable suspicion of criminal activity." ...

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I am wondering what the charges are for open bottle, possesion, and paraphenalia are in MN.

Open Bottle is a misdemeanor crime, punishable by up to 90 days in jail and/or a $1,000 fine. See...

Alcohol in the bloodstream is what affects the brain and impairs one's ability to drive. Drivers metabolize alcohol at various rates. There is no...

What can I expect in court for the following charges: 2 misdemeanors, Disorderly Conduct, and Obstruction of Justice (non-force)

Your goal should be to keep this off your record. At times, prosecutors will agree to a stay of adjudication or a stay of imposition with an...

What are the odds of getting my forfeited vehicle back?

You only have 30 days to challenge the forfeiture in conciliation court or district court. You may be able to challenge the forfeiture...

Are my rights being violated ?

It seems that probation is overreaching. A no-contact order should emanate from the judge, especially in a drug court case and under the...

How do I app. 1st degree conviction that should have been self-defense?

I echo the deadline for filing notice of appeal, which is 90 days after sentencing. It's unclear from your post whether you're talking about First...

It likely is illegal based on the statute cited by the first attorney who posted herein. Even if it's illegal, you may benefit significantly from...

What are my options as far as getting out of a DWI and getting my license back after a 2nd DUI in 10 years?

You should obtain a free consultation from a DWI lawyer. The specifics of your case will dictate what your options are. It is unclear from your...