Category Archive: Criminal Law

5 Steps to Build a Strong Criminal Defense

10 months ago by Justin M. Schiks

When you're charged with a crime, there's nothing more important than having a good lawyer. While it is hard to find specific state-wide stats on total arres...
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Can You Avoid Jail Time for a Criminal Conviction?

11 months ago by Brian

A conviction for any serious crime usually means the person convicted faces jail or prison time as punishment for the crime they have committed. The law sets o...
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What is Heat of Passion Manslaughter?

2 years ago by Brian

The heat of passion manslaughter, which falls under first-degree manslaughter, can subject you to serious criminal penalties if you are ultimately convicted. ...
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Can My Child Go to Jail?

2 years ago by Justin M. Schiks

Juvenile courts in the State of Minnesota have jurisdiction over the majority of criminal matters that involve minors who are under 18 years of age. While the...
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What are Fraud Crimes?

3 years ago by Justin M. Schiks

There are several different fraud crimes defined by the Minnesota Statutes. There is also a wide variety of behaviors that can constitute fraud, depending on...
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Should You Take a Plea Deal?

3 years ago by Justin M. Schiks

Unlike some other countries, the justice system in the U.S. states that all defendants charged with a crime are presumed innocent until they are found guilty...
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Know Your Options Before You Plead Guilty to an Offense

3 years ago by Justin M. Schiks

Many courts encourage plea deals during the criminal process. A plea deal that a criminal defendant and his or her attorney makes with the prosecutor may inv...
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What Is Considered Resisting Arrest?

4 years ago by Justin M. Schiks

In Minnesota, you can be charged with resisting arrest if you are interfering with or obstructing the official duties of a police officer, firefighter, ambula...
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Types of Criminal Defenses in Minnesota

4 years ago by Brian

Criminal law encompasses a wide scope of charges. Many types of crimes fall under the criminal law category. Simply traffic stops and civil disputes are not c...
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