From a practical perspecitve, there is no way to expunge a DWI in Minnesota once it goes on various public records permanently. The only way to...

How serious is my 5 th degree assault charge?

A misdemeanor assault conviction could have lifelong, negative consequences - best avoided. The facts stated here could give rise to a defense of...

On probation already was busted for havin meth pipe on me

So the alleged violation and the new charge (if any) is based solely on alleged possession of a meth pipe, and nothing else? If that is the case,...

I accidentally shot a house while deer hunting in mn I am being charged with reckless dishcharge of a firearm

For someone with a clean record, it's usually a good idea to set a goal of keeping the record clean. The best way to do that is to learn about...

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Should I have gotten a court summons for a petty misdemeanor drug ticket?

Police often issue petty misdemeanor citation "Summons" directing the accused to call the court for a court date, or mail in a fine. Because a...

I got arrested for my 2nd DWI in 2 years is there any way I can avoid going to jail so I can keep my job?

Yes. With a DWI defense lawyer's help, you can fight and may win the new case. Be sure to serve and file a challenge requesting judicial review...

Does a cop in MN HAVE to give a underage consumption citation?

No. Police officers have discretion, maening they are not required to accuse someone of a crime everytime they beleive they see one. (See links...

There is no question or magic phrase that can prevent a prostitution arrest and criminal conviction, when the person accused is actually...

Can i go to jail for hitting a 13 year old boy out of control

The use of reasonable force in self-defense or defense of another is not a crime. A parent can use reasoanble force to dsicipline their child. If...

If i was on probation, someone told the cops i lived at an addy, that wasnt listed as my addy & they found a gun with scratched

The burden of proof is on the prosecution. The most important thing is to avoid speaking, talking with or interacting with police in any way until...