DUI convictions can have heavy impacts on your future and consequences that can last for years to come. While most people think about potential time in jail or the financial hit you could take, there are other, even bigger repercussions. The impact a DUI conviction...
Criminal Defense
Rules of disclosure in a criminal defense case
Both the prosecution and the defense must adhere to specific rules of disclosure in a criminal court case under Minnesota law. This ensures that both sides have access to much of the relevant information that could determine the outcome of a case. These court rules...
Difference between robbery and burglary
People often use the terms burglary, robbery and theft interchangeably. In a legal context, they mean very different things, and understanding the difference could be important. Generally speaking, theft occurs when a person takes something that does not belong to him...
Things to consider before marriage
Tying the knot is an exciting event for a couple, but couples need to make sure that they discuss certain legal topics beforehand. While not fun or romantic, getting legal issues sorted out prior to marriage will save a couple from potential headaches and heartaches...
Does a drug conviction impact financial aid eligibility?
You want your college student to behave while he or she pursues a college degree. Yet, sometimes, teens and young adults get caught up in their first tastes of freedom and wind up experimenting with drugs or alcohol. You may have heard that any drug conviction your...
Could a digital insurance card allow officers to look at other information on my phone?
Traffic stops can be nerve-wracking. While you are waiting for the officer to approach your car, you try to remind yourself of what you should and should not do as you wonder why they pulled you over in the first place. In the past, police officer requests for your...
Tips for handling an encounter with the police
When you find yourself stopped and questioned by law enforcement, there are some things you should and should not do. The entire encounter may wind up clearing you or instigating a more thorough investigation. The police are bound by legal procedures when it comes to...
What do you do if police come to your door?
As a civilian, it is important for you to know your rights when it comes to dealing with the police. On top of that, it helps to understand how to appropriately interact with police in a way that will keep you as safe as possible. It is crucial to understand safe...
How can a DUI conviction impact your child’s college career?
When your child faces charges for first-time DUI-related crimes, you might feel tempted to brush them off. After all, you may think that first-time offenses often end up treated more charitably. Or perhaps you believe that since your child is still in college, the...
What is a Family Assessment Response?
The Family Assessment Response is an important part of Minnesota's child protection program. It is the most common state-level reaction to reports of child abuse. You would encounter one of these responses if someone reported neglect in your family. A FAR contrasts...