In the case of Birchfield v. North Dakota, 136 S. Ct. 2160 (2016), the United States Supreme Court held that authorities in the state may subject you to criminal penalties for any refusal of a breathalyzer test. On the contrary, the Supreme Court also ruled that state authorities may not penalize you criminally for refusing to submit… Read more »
Understanding Orders for Protection in Minnesota
In the past, domestic violence was largely viewed as a private, family matter. Legally, there was little recourse and virtually no support services. It wasn’t until the mid-1970s that government officials and law enforcement started taking domestic violence seriously. Today, when domestic abuse happens in Minnesota, alleged victims can request an Order for Protection (OFP). The… Read more »
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Minnesota Misdemeanor Assault Lawyer
Minneapolis Criminal Defense Attorney Judith Samson An assault occurs when an individual inflicts physical harm or unwanted physical contact upon a person. Some legal definitions include that an assault occurs when a threat or attempt to commit such an action transpires. The result of such hostile actions is you will be responsible for a crime… Read more »
Protecting Minnesota Citizens Facing Shoplifting and Theft Charges
Got caught shoplifting, nervous, and frightened of an upcoming trial? At Judith Samson Attorney At Law, we would first like to inform you that Criminal Defense Attorney Judith Samson provides free, confidential consultations 24/7! She can be contacted at (612) 333-8001 or online here. Whether you are arrested and looking up an attorney on your phone before… Read more »
Legalities of Terroristic Threats Assault in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Minnesota’s legislative statutes define terrorist threats as the intent to terrorize or to threaten violence. This crime can cause evacuation of a building, place of assembly, vehicle, or facility of public transportation. Such terror or inconvenience, and the reckless disregard of the risk of causing terror, is a felony that carries the possibility of a sentence to… Read more »
Minnesota Assault Defense Lawyer
Assault involves crimes of violence from one person against another. The person who commits the crime must intend to either: Cause fear of immediate bodily harm or death in someone Inflict (or actually inflict) bodily harm upon another Even in circumstances when assault is charged as a misdemeanor, it’s a serious crime and a serious… Read more »
Minnesota Harassment Restraining Order
There are at least an estimated million restraining orders in the U.S. at any time. Harassment Restraining Orders are serious business. They can have an enormous impact on the lives of everyone involved. What is a Harassment Restraining Order? A Harassment Restraining Order (HRO) is an order signed by a judicial officer that orders someone to stop… Read more »
Have You Been Charged with 5th-Degree Controlled Substance Offenses in Minnesota?
If you have been charged with 5th degree-controlled substance offenses in Minnesota, the penalties and consequences of being convicted are far-reaching. The repercussions of such a conviction can impact your life negatively as well as your future. It will rare its ugly head every time you apply for a job or try to rent an apartment. Needless… Read more »
Minnesota Criminal Defense Attorney Judith Samson – Solicitation & Prostitution Charges
If you have been charged with solicitation of prostitution, Minnesota Criminal Defense Attorney, Judith Samson, can help. Being arrested and charged with prostitution can not only be embarrassing, but it can have a significant impact on your career and your future. Solicitation of prostitution is a serious crime. By contacting Judith Samson, an experienced Minnesota Solicitation of Prostitution… Read more »
Fifth Degree Controlled Substance Offenses In Minnesota
Minneapolis Fifth-Degree Controlled Substance Charges As there are a variety of drug-related offenses outlined in our statutes, the level of the offense and the consequences of these offenses can be confusing to anyone, even the most seasoned lawyers. Drug charges and convictions are taken very seriously in Minnesota and the effects of the convictions last a lifetime,… Read more »
Domestic Violence Shelters in Minnesota
Minneapolis Criminal Defense Attorney Domestic violence shelters are a resource that can provide immediate support to an individual or family that is experiencing domestic violence. Other than providing emergency or transitional housing, domestic violence shelters usually offer an array of related services, such as counseling, crisis and intervention planning, court accompaniment or assistance with protective orders,… Read more »
Defending Solicitation And Prostitution Charges In Minnesota
Protect Yourself And Your Future With Effective Legal Counsel Prostitution and/or solicitation are sex crime charges that can result in hefty fines, long prison sentences, and further punishments that extend far longer than even our constitution allows. Many of those found guilty of a sex crime have to file as sex offenders with the state and your personal… Read more »
Minnesota Spousal Abuse Attorney
Top Rated Criminal Defense Lawyer for Spousal Abuse Cases “On average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. [Over a period of] one year, this [works out] to more than 10 million men and women.” NCADV Spousal Abuse results from assaults against a spouse or other domestic/intimate partner…. Read more »
Minneapolis Domestic Assault Attorney
Minneapolis, Minnesota criminal defense attorney, Judith A. Samson, knows what it takes to give her clients the support, knowledge, expertise, and experience of an attorney who is seasoned and familiar with a criminal misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor, and felony charges. Contact Judith A. Samson to schedule a free initial consultation if you are facing domestic assault… Read more »
Minnesota Driving After License Cancellation
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) estimates approximately one in eight Minnesota drivers is driving without a valid license at any given time. The cause of an invalid license can be a temporary suspension, a revocation, expiration, or cancellation. When a driver is stopped, and their license is found to be cancelled, they could… Read more »
Felony Domestic Strangulation Assault in Minnesota
Top Rated Criminal Defense Lawyer for Felony Strangulation Cases Minnesota has been cracking down on strangulation cases because they are so often associated with long-term abuse. The law is very clear about defining domestic strangulation and making sure there are strict penalties if convicted. Strangulation can occur with bare hands or using tools, and it… Read more »
Accused of Theft in Minneapolis?
If you or a loved one have been accused of theft in or around the Minneapolis area, it can be a truly devastating experience. The consequences can be severe, including prison time and/or costly fines, and can have a lasting impact on your future. No matter how trying this experience may be, there is one… Read more »
Your Rights After Expungement – Who Can See Your Records
Expungement is sometimes referred to as expunction, or “setting aside” a criminal conviction. The court-ordered process of expungement “seals” the legal record of a criminal conviction or an arrest, thus “erasing” it, generally speaking. This procedure varies by state and county – individual states, such as NY, do not allow expungement of a criminal conviction. Your… Read more »
Marijuana Drug Crimes: A Confusing Case For States
In contemporary times, the use of marijuana is shrouded in mystery as federal and state laws remain in conflict. Drug laws in the United States have been the subject of everything from medical research to taxable goods to societal ills. Did you know that from 1960-1962, the Harvard Psilocybin Project existed and tested psilocybin on study participants?… Read more »
