A lot of attorneys will boast about dismissed cases pursuant to diversion or stays of adjudications. This is a part of the lawyer skillset, and often requires a great deal of work, however, it’s not a reflection of an attorney’s ability to make effective legal...
How do Bail Hearings Work in Minnesota? Not too long ago, I represented a client whose bail was set at $75,000 after he was arrested on an outstanding warrant. He could put his hands on $5,000, not enough for a bond. I knew my client wasn’t a flight risk—that’s why I...
Demonstrating an Analogous Issue Minnesota Prosecution Across the country, people are captivated by the Rittenhouse trial. If you’re unfamiliar, Kyle Rittenhouse was a 17-year-old who went to Kenosha during the civil unrest that followed the Jacob Blake police...
How your rights can and probably will be violated without a good DWI attorney I was pulled over and arrested for DWI as I was driving home one day. While I was never charged, the whole thing happened very quickly, too quickly for my comfort as an attorney. I stayed...
And how can it help you avoid a DWI conviction? Recently, a judge granted a motion for my Franks Hearing for my client, a rare occasion in all cases, let alone DWI blood warrants. A Franks Hearing gives a defendant the chance to contest the validity of probable cause...
3 Steps to Take After a DWI Arrest in Minnesota When you’re arrested for a DWI in Minnesota, you’re entitled to consult with an attorney prior to deciding whether to take the breathalyzer at the police station, and it is among the numerous processes that the police...