When a child faces accusations of criminal conduct, parents fear the outcome. A conviction can have repercussions that last into adulthood. Generally speaking, courts only classify criminal defendants as adults if they are 18. There are, though, exceptions to this...
Traffic intersections can be the sites of devastating car accidents. While drivers should be able to proceed safely through an intersection by obeying relevant signage and traffic signals, a number of factors can make a crash much more likely. When an intersection...
Being charged with a crime is a serious event, regardless of the nature of the charges. Convictions of a crime could mean jail time, fines, probation or community service. There are different procedures in Minnesota for handling felony, gross misdemeanor, misdemeanor...
When you and your spouse decided to divorce, you may have committed to co-parenting your children. This is an arrangement that many parents decide upon going into the divorce process. According to Childstats.gov, in 2020 in the U.S., only 69% of children ages 6 to 14...
If police recently charged you with a drug crime in Minnesota, you are not alone. Every year, thousands of individuals end up facing criminal penalties for possessing or selling controlled substances. When dealing with this kind of charge, understanding drug schedules...
When a collision with another vehicle on the road leaves you with serious and life-changing injuries, you should not hesitate to seek the compensation that you need to give yourself the best possible chance of recovery. It is important to bear in mind that another...
If you are contemplating ending your marriage, you may have some concerns about your post-divorce finances. Fortunately, Minnesota law typically entitles divorcing spouses to an equitable share of the marital estate. While you may not end up with exactly half of...
Driving while impaired can result in Minnesota criminal charges. Law enforcement can arrest a motorist who has a blood alcohol content of 0.08% or higher or who displays impairment. Review the possible consequences of a Minnesota DWI conviction. Ignition interlock...
Having a drink or two at happy hour after work is not a crime but driving while intoxicated is. You probably know that the legal limit is 0.08 percent and you can get a DUI if you are found driving while your blood alcohol content level is above this. But how can you...
A dog bite can be a serious occurrence in the lives of both the dog owner and the person who sustained the bite. If a dog bit you in Minnesota, you might wonder how the state laws apply to your injury and what your legal options are. By familiarizing yourself with the...
