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Underage drinking can be a serious offense in Minnesota. Currently, the legal drinking age is 21. A person is considered legally drunk if their blood alcohol concentration is .08. Any person under the age of 21 caught drinking can be charged regardless of the legal BAC level. The consequences of being charged with underage drinking […]

Every state has its statute for terroristic threats. In Minnesota, the Terroristic Threats statute is defined as someone who “threatens, directly or indirectly, to commit any crime of violence with purpose to terrorize another or in reckless disregard of the risk of causing such terror.” It is a felony and can be punishable for up […]

Recent Minnesota Court of Appeals case Hagerman v. Minnesota has reversed the refusal for a DWI test conviction unconstitutional. As per The Fourth Amendment, we are protected from unreasonable seizures and searches. In the context of a DWI, chemical test via blood, breath, or urine, is considered a search. For a chemical test to be […]

Most people go about their everyday lives unaware of the laws that are being passed on a regular basis. Many of those laws have very little effect on most people. However, if you have a past that would make you interested in criminal expungement, then you should know that many states have made the process […]

For many years, there has been some confusion and consternation about the airing period for expungements. Often, the period was considered to start on the date of discharge. However, many petitioners felt that the waiting period should start prior to the petition filing date.

On August 1st, 2018, a new law took effect mandating that Minnesota law enforcement agencies must submit sexual assault examination kits to a forensic laboratory for testing within 60 days after receiving the kit. There had been concerns among lawmakers regarding how Minnesota handles rape cases. As of August 1st, Minnesota law enforcement officials are […]

It is not a stretch to say that most people make mistakes when they are young. In fact, probably everyone does. For most of us, those mistakes remain in the past. However, some people make bigger mistakes that can keep causing problems all throughout their lives. Luckily, it is possible to seal juvenile court records […]

As the public perception of marijuana use has changed in recent years, so has the position of many governments. Many states are now loosening pot laws to allow for more freedom of use. But where does that leave those who were convicted of crimes before these new laws? Should they be held accountable for older […]

It may seem like a minor matter, but getting caught and convicted for shoplifting can have serious long term consequences for the offender. That conviction will stay on a permanent record, and it is very difficult to have it removed. Fortunately, getting the record expunged is a good way to prevent that conviction from giving […]

In this day and age, more employers than ever are conducting background checks on potential employment candidates. With the internet, these background checks have gotten even easy, so landlords and even neighbors are conducting them as well. A criminal record will surely show up on those checks, so expungement would be a good option for […]

Are you in need of a Minneapolis felony expungement attorney? A felony conviction can be a significant hindrance on your ability to find work, go to school, get a loan, or even travel. Minnesota’s Second Chance expungement law provides the opportunity for you to expunge a felony conviction or a stayed sentence after five years, […]

When we think of the word misdemeanor, the natural tendency might be to think of something minor. However, if you are charged with a gross misdemeanor, it is anything but a minor change. It is only one step above a felony, and could even mean time in jail, along with fines and other penalties. Do […]

It is one thing if you are arrested and charged with a crime to mount a defense with a reputable attorney. However, if you have already been convicted of a crime, even if you have served your sentence, the repercussions can follow you throughout your life. One of the best ways to prevent a past […]

The main courthouse and government administration hub in Hennepin County is the Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis. If you have to go make a court appearance, the government center is most likely where you will have to appear. Here is some information about the building and its history. The Building Itself The Center […]

If you have been charged with a crime, it is important to know what happens to the record of your charge, arrest, and conviction. In the United States, criminal records are held by local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies that show a complete picture of a person’s criminal history. This information is usually available […]

In a recent decision, the Minnesota Supreme Court has ruled that the “Second Chance Law” does not apply to those whose felony convictions were later downgraded to misdemeanors. It was a closely contested 4-3 decision, but in the end the court decided that to petition for expungement, the petitioner must not have been convicted of […]

In the USA, medical devices are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) with an aim to ensure safety and effectiveness of the devices. The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) is an FDA component and looks after this program. Medical devices are classified into three categories based on the associated risk, namely: […]

The following information addresses both the burden and proof and the factors that Minnesota courts make when evaluating a criminal case in relation the expungements. Burden of Proof There are two burdens of proof in a court of law, depending on who exactly bears the burden. If the prosecution bears the burden of proof, they […]

To get your criminal records expunged in Minnesota, you have to qualify for statutory expungement, although there is a workaround, thanks to the inherent authority expungement. The grounds upon which your BCA records may be sealed, as outlined in Minnesota Statute § 609A.02, are as follows.

The recently introduced expungement legislation in the state of Minnesota has provided an opportunity to take advantage of the immense benefits that those with previous criminal records receive when their convictions are expunged. Although this legislation has been operational for a year, it still has ambiguities that need to be clarified. Minnesota’s appellate courts have […]