No matter where you are from in the United States you will know at least one of these terms if you drive drunk – DWI or DUI. “Driving Under the Influence” (DUI) or “Driving While Intoxicated” (DWI) sound like the same thing, and in many cases they are used interchangeably. However, depending on who you… Read more »
“Aggravating Factors” in Minnesota DWI Cases
In Minnesota, a DWI charge is recognized as an “enhanceable offense”. This means the degree of the charge you face is affected by certain factors. The higher the degree of the charge, the harsher the penalties you face in court. Degrees range from one to four with the most severe being a one and least… Read more »
Laws Regarding Prostitution in Minnesota
Minnesota Criminal Defense Attorney Prostitution is illegal in Minnesota as it is in all but eight counties of Nevada in the United States. In Minnesota, penalties can be harsh including jail time and registration as a sex offender (which can be a life-long punishment). Prostitution is illegal both for the buyer of sex (under the… Read more »
Protecting Yourself When Charged With Solicitation of a Minor in Minnesota
Minnesota Solicitation of a Minor Defense Lawyer It doesn’t matter how it happened, whether it was over the internet behind a wall of vague details or in person where the evidence should have been obvious, if you were caught soliciting a minor in Minnesota, you are in trouble. If below the age of majority, attempting… Read more »
What is Theft in Minnesota?
Though most people think about stealing something that belongs to someone else, the truth is that, in Minnesota, theft is a general term. In fact, it covers many different types of crimes. So, what types of crimes are included in a theft charge. What most people think of when you think of theft. Taking something… Read more »
Minnesota Robbery Laws
Robbery in Minnesota is different from other states. There are three levels that you could be convicted of. Each one has consequences, some more severe than others. If you are in trouble, you are going to need an experienced criminal defense lawyer to help you through this difficult time. What Are the Different Levels of… Read more »
The Penalties for Theft in Minnesota
Minneapolis Theft Defense Lawyer While most people think of theft, they think about someone taking something that doesn’t belong to them. However, in Minnesota, there are other crimes that are considered theft. Falsifying medical claims, falsely representing yourself, and other crimes could get you a conviction of theft. So, what are the consequences? Your consequences… Read more »
Armed Robbery in Minnesota
Minneapolis Criminal Defense Lawyer Judith Samson If you are facing charges of armed robbery, you may be wondering what that really means. You may also be curious about your future. So, what is armed robbery? Armed robbery involves three elements. First, you are being charged with theft, meaning that you are taking something that belongs… Read more »
Drug Crimes in Minnesota: The Status of Cannabis
Minneapolis Drug Crimes Lawyer Judith Samson While states like Colorado have already made recreational use of marijuana legal for their residents, other states are still evolving in their regulation of cannabis. Minnesota’s has only made cannabis legal for medical use. According to the Minnesota Department of Health, only patients who are legal residents and have… Read more »
Receiving Stolen Property in Minnesota
Charged With Receiving Stolen Property? Call Judith Samson Today! If you have been accused of receiving stolen property, you may be unsure about what that means. It doesn’t sound serious, but the truth is that it can be, especially in Minnesota. So, What Does It Really Mean? If you are charged with receiving stolen property,… Read more »
Suppressing Evidence as a Defense to Drug Charges
Minneapolis Criminal Defense Lawyer Drug charges are tricky business. They have the tendency to pop up in your life when you least expect them. It could be police kicking in your door for a low-end distribution bust or even something as commonplace as a traffic stop can turn into a drug arrest if they find… Read more »
The Elements That Make Burglary and How to Fight Them
Minneapolis Burglary Defense Lawyer Theft is a broad term, and as such, the law has seen the need to separate it in specific parts. Burglary is one such part, defined as entering someone else’s property without permission and with the intent to steal. However, like any crime, in order to convict on a burglary charge,… Read more »
When Possession Becomes Intent to Distribute
Minneapolis Criminal Defense Lawyer Minnesota takes drug crimes very seriously, and while recent years have seen the state loosen the restriction on the possession of some substances, the law is still the law. No matter what substance you have on you, if you have enough of it, an already pretty bad possession charge can become… Read more »
What to Do When Busted For Receiving Drugs in the Mail
Please note: We only represent persons accused of drug crimes in Minnesota. You can get anything on the internet if you know where to look. From banned books to illegal weapons, they can be bought online. Unsurprisingly, you can also buy drugs online and a surprising amount of people already engage in the activity. This… Read more »
Little Alan’s Law: New DWI Law Takes Effect August 1, 2018
DWI: it’s always been a serious offense. In the state of Minnesota, it now holds more serious consequences than before. According to “Little Alan’s Law,” which went into effect on August 1, 2018, drivers who receive a DWI charge in the state of Minnesota will now face additional charges no matter what type of vehicle… Read more »
Defending People Accused of Cocaine Crimes in Minnesota
If you consider the types of crimes you could be accused of, cocaine possession and cocaine trafficking are not ones that Minnesota judges would look kindly on. We say this because the U.S. is committed to its War on Drugs as much now as it ever was. Unfortunately, people living in Minnesota can come up… Read more »
What Happens If You are the Defendant in a High-Profile Crime?
Over the last few decades, the public’s interest in crime as a form of entertainment has drastically increased. Where once the news would courteously keep most of the sordid and unpleasant details out of their print, the draw toward sensational journalism and the public’s interest in gore, tragedy, and trauma has led to a drastic… Read more »
Driving While Intoxicated in Minnesota
Getting charged with driving under the influence (DUI) or drunk driving can haunt you the rest of your days. Minnesota Is Very Serious about Drunk Driving.. According to the Centers for Disease Control, Minnesota has been handling it’s drunk driving problem relatively well (“Sobering Facts: Drunk Driving in Minnesota” (pdf)). An average of only 162… Read more »
The Consequences Pleading Guilty to DWI Charges Could Pose to Your Long-Term Career
If you have been charged with a DWI, you might be scared, stressed, or embarrassed about your situation. One thing you should never do is ignore your DWI charges and go forward with an uncontested case which could lead to larger problems down the line. Pleading guilty to a DWI can do more to your… Read more »
What Qualifies as First Degree Assault in the State of Minnesota?
Sometimes situations get out of hand. Everyone has a point at which they snap and stop being aware of how much energy or emotion they are experiencing, especially in dangerous situations. Many of these cases are personal interactions gone terribly wrong or circumstances where you felt you were being attacked by overwhelming forces. When a… Read more »
