Embezzlement is a crime where a person has lawful possession of another person’s property, but converts or takes that property for their own use with no intention of returning it. If a person is charged with this crime, there can be serious consequences. Embezzlement...
Criminal Defense
What are the differences between theft and robbery?
On Behalf of Bussa Law | Mar 10, 2021 | Criminal Defense
People and businesses in Minnesota own various types of property. Some of this property is more valuable than others, but no matter how valuable the property, the owners of the property have complete control over it. This means that they can use it how they want to,...
The pros and cons of accepting a plea deal
On Behalf of Bussa Law | Jan 19, 2021 | Criminal Defense
Criminal court cases are not always like what you see on tv, with a prosecutor and defense attorney battling each other in court in front of a jury. In fact, nearly 90 percent of criminal cases are resolved by a plea bargain, when a defendant agrees to plead guilty to...
Do you know your rights when interacting with police?
On Behalf of Bussa Law | Nov 12, 2020 | Criminal Defense
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...
Man faces assault charges after performing PIT maneuver
On Behalf of Bussa Law | Oct 29, 2020 | Criminal Defense
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...
Your attorney needs to explain the process of a criminal trial
On Behalf of Bussa Law | Sep 2, 2020 | Criminal Defense
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...
What’s the point of entering a guilty plea?
On Behalf of Bussa Law | Jul 24, 2020 | Criminal Defense
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...
What is a mistrial? Is it good to have a mistrial?
On Behalf of Bussa Law | Jun 12, 2020 | Criminal Defense
You're accused of a crime, and you want to know that your defense is going to be strong. It's always in your best interest to work with a team that knows the law and how to watch out for violations of your rights. If errors take place during the trial's proceedings,...
The collateral consequences of being branded a federal felon
On Behalf of Bussa Law | May 1, 2020 | Criminal Defense
There are long-term penalties associated with federal convictions that go way beyond fines and prison sentences. Many government officials argue that "collateral consequences" are imposed on ex-convicts for public safety reasons. Policy reformists cite this as the...
Challenging racial bias in criminal cases
On Behalf of Bussa Law | Feb 17, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Some Minnesota residents have raised serious concerns about the impact of racial bias on criminal convictions and sentencing. Studies have shown that black defendants face disproportionately longer sentences and may be more likely to remain in pretrial detention. Some...
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