Police interactions can be tense, and some escalate to violence without much warning or provocation. If you get stopped or detained, it is critical to understand your basic rights during the interaction. You have almost nothing to gain from consenting to a search If...
When you think about assault, you probably think about someone physically harming another person. Physical injuries don't have to happen for assault charges to be filed, though.Take for example this case out of Fergus Falls. A man is now facing second-degree assault...
It's always a tragic event when people lose their lives in a traffic collision. There is nothing that the driver of the other vehicle will be able to do to bring them back.Depending on the circumstances of a crash, that driver may face serious consequences for their...
In Minnesota, it's not a great idea to drink and drive. The DWI laws have been strengthened. As a result, you could face serious penalties if you decide to drink and drive.Take for example what happens if you're arrested at twice the legal limit or higher. For those...
People who are pulled over by the police often wonder exactly what rights they have. One thing that many people wonder is exactly when police officers can search a vehicle after a stop. The simple answer to this is that they can search your vehicle if they have...
You never thought that you'd be facing charges and heading toward a criminal trial, but that's what could happen thanks to the prosecutor's determination. Now, you just want to know what to expect. Is a trial really like what you see on television? Should you worry...
You aren't someone who typically uses or carries drugs. In fact, when your friend asked you to hold on to a baggie of a substance you didn't recognize, it didn't even register that it could be a bag of drugs.You went about your business and forgot all about it. Then,...
Minnesota is notoriously hard on drunk drivers, but many people still choose to drive while intoxicated every day. As someone who tries to wait until you sober up before driving home, you know the risks that come with drinking and driving. You don't want to get a DWI...
In your case, it may be likely that you'll be convicted. Your attorney may even tell you that the prosecution has a strong case against you.That doesn't mean that you should give up. One possible solution that can still help you is to turn to plea bargaining. Plea...
As the opioid epidemic continues to surge out of control across the country, law enforcement agencies and prosecutors are getting tough on those whose alleged actions contribute to opioid use, addiction and fatalities. In some cases, that has meant homicide and murder...
