I wrote some prescriptions for personal use 42 yrs ago, was convicted of "uttering a false instrument" in New York state in 1970

Even though you may live in Minnesota now, if it was a New York case, you'll need to discuss New York law with a New York criminal lawyer. You...

The citation or Summons need not allege an alcohol level. That is not a defense. It is good that you are looking for defense issues, however. ...

Will I lose my car over this issue

On those facts, no - it shouldn't happen. See Minnesota Statutes Sec.609.5312, subd. 2. https://www.revisor.leg.state.mn.us/statutes/?id=609.5312

I recently received a minor consumption citation. What are my options to keep my record clean?

In many jurisdictions, there is a way to keep your record clean with a first minor consumption. Go to court, and discuss with the prosecutor. If...

Hi I'm 16 years old and I got caught shoplifting at sears the police was called but I was not arrested

Your good name (or not); your criminal record (or not), is worth far, far more than any of these things mentioned. Having a criminal record can...

Can the police have the passenger in the car driven by a driver who is getting a DUI, do a breathalyzer?

Can they force a passenge to blow? No. Can they arrest or charge the passenger with a crime for refusing to blow? No. Did the passenger agree to...

I just got a dui and i was wondering if i can drive to and from work im a single mom so i have a child who goes to daycare

If the police officer gave you an administrative Notice of Revocation it should include a seven day temporary license if you read closely. To...

Once successfully discharged from probation, you can petition the court for restoration of your civil rights to firearms, pursuant to Minnesota...

Police asking id without a reason.

Police can request a drivers license from a driver, or an identification card from anyone - if they have "reasonable articulable suspicion" of...

What happens to me if i execute my probabtion?

After a probation officer requests and a judge approves probation revocation hearing (with or without an Arrest & Detain Order), there will be by...