Minnesota Criminal Defense Legal Questions

I know you say that you can't afford a lawyer, but I have to tell you that hiring a lawyer is exactly what you should be doing right now. You want to make sure that you're not convicted of this crime. You don't want this thing on your permanent record. Hiring a lawyer may be more affordable than you think and some of us are willing to accept credit card payments or payment plans.... Read More

I would recommend that your daughter have a lawyer help her with this case. There is a possibility of keeping the conviction off of her record. Whether it's a misdemeanor or petty misdemeanor, it will still be an offense that can show up in background checks as your daughter makes her way through her education and the professional world.... Read More

You're charged with a crime. If you play your cards right, it's possible to make it through this thing without a permanent criminal conviction. In order to prove you guilty, the government must prove that you intentionally tried to steal. I strongly recommend that you retain an attorney to help you defend against this charge.... Read More

You can be charged, yes. But, that's a much different question than if you can be convicted. To convict you of a crime, the government must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you committed the crime. I recommend not saying any more to anyone about the case. Don't talk to the police. Don't post anything online. If you are charged, retain an attorney to defend you.... Read More

Was the officer trying to pull you over when you stopped and ran? If so, then you may face a charge of fleeing police. Could be felony fleeing if they allege that you fled in a vehicle, even for a short period of time. If not, then all they might have on you is the reckless driving or other traffic offenses. I'd say everything depends on whether the cops can identify you. If they don't know that you were driving the car, then nothing may come of it. I recommend that you get a lawyer retained to defend you.... Read More

Start by getting a lawyer retained to represent you. Your lawyer will advise you about how best to handle the situation. The warrant and affidavit should be reviewed to make sure they were valid. And the evidence must be reviewed to see if they can really prove a sale. It sounds like perhaps you think they cannot. Feel free to give me a call if you have additional questions.... Read More

You have rights here. You are an innocent owner. You have the right to file a petition with the court where a judge would determine whether you are truly an innocent owner. If you are found to be an innocent owner, the vehicle should be returned to you at low or minimal cost. Another option is sending a document to the prosecutor called a petition for mitigation. I would recommend getting some help from a lawyer. You don't want to be talking directly with the cops yourself.... Read More

Sorry to say, but it's extremely unlikely that the case would be dropped completely. What you should consider doing is to retain an attorney in the state where the case occurred - sounds like that's Minnesota - where I am too. Your attorney can try to get you a chance to appear in court voluntarily, or make plans for you to turn yourself in and secure your release as quickly as possible. The key is to have your attorney attempt to make arrangements in advance. That way you know what you're walking into before you even think about coming back into Minnesota. With the time that has passed, perhaps the state's case against you isn't as strong. Memories fade. Cops retire. Things can change significantly over five years.... Read More

It sounds like your daughter admitted to possessing the pills. She wasn't saying that somebody else put the pills into her mouth, was she? Combine that with another witness saying that she gave the pill to your daughter, this could be enough proof that she in fact possessed the pills prior to ingesting them. This could be a serious matter for your daughter. I would recommend getting an attorney retained to represent her right away.... Read More

Have you already plead guilty or is the case still pending? If you were convicted of the crime, then it sticks with you forever, unless it is expunged. If you have not yet been convicted, then get yourself some help from a lawyer, and try to get a deal to keep this thing off of your record.... Read More