What kind of punishment will my 16 yr old son get for a 5th degree assault charge?

The most serious penalty could be ending up with a criminal record of conviction or guilty plea. This would shut the door on many future...

The license revocation will begin shortly after the court sends "certiifcation of the conviction" to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety. ...

The defendant (the subject of the DANCO) must bring the case back before the judge (via his attorney), and ask that the DANCO be lifted, as well as...

How long do I need a breathalyzer for?

From the question as stated, it appears that there is a criminal DWI charge with an accident - perhaps with a hospital blood draw yet to be...

A girl I tried to get clean of drugs 3 yrs ago found a credit card, put on a disguise and charged $8,000.00

First, realize that facts disclosed on an internet bulletin board or Q and A site are public, not confidential. Should you come forward to give...

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I agree with Mr. Schafer's answer. I will add that the Deputies at the jail will typically tell you the deadline for either a criminal charge to...

Is it possible to be charged with assault if you never actually touched anybody and they claimed you threatened them?

Yes. In Minnesota, Assault 5th degree - cause fear only - is a misdemeanor crime, and police can arrest even if the alleged crime did not happen...

How can I be charged for a DWI offense in Minnesota when my minor from Iowa was not around any vehicles at all?

An event in Iowa could not support a criminal charge in Minnesota. A driving related crime or license revocation in any state could trigger a loss...

Can I expunge my record?

In Minnesota, a Continuance for Dismissal is generally a resolution where after a period of time, provided the defendant meets every condition set,...

I was charged with a DUI yesterday and the cops said he woul talk to the city attorney and have them lower it to a careless?

A prosecutor can charge a person with a crime of Driving While Impaired even if below the artificial 0.08 alcohol-level limit (but not with the...