Property received through a voluntary gift is not stolen. Receiving a gift is not theft. But a false claim of theft would be a cause for concern,...

If my parents tell me i cant go to duluth with friends for a trip and im 18 do i have to listen?

In Minnesota an 18-year-old is an adult for most purposes other than alcohol and the like. So a parent has no legal authority over an 18-year-old....

It sounds like a description of having already pled guilty under the terms of a plea agreement which included a "30 day cap" on executed jail time...

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Yes, with help from a good criminal defense attorney. If they are aware of the CDL, that will make it more difficult. But I've done it before.

Is this a crime?

Because the criminal law remedies are severe - social labeling with collateral consequences, loss of liberty - evidence of criminal intent...

The question raises a criminal defense issue "accused of shoplifting"), but then focuses on a potential civil suit. For questions about a possible...

Yes. But the case would be weaker for the prosecution since the police officer did not ID the driver after a stop. A defense attorney will be...

What is the best step if I am charged with a misdemeanor for speeding?

A Minnesota speeding "over 100 mph" conviction triggers a six month license revocation for most. So most will set a goal of avoiding a speed over...

You are important, to yourself as well as those connected to you. So your future is important. Assuming you are able to improve your chemical...

Assuming the charge was a Minnesota state criminal charge and not federal, a defendant who successfully completes a Minnesota stay of adjudication...