Arrested For Murder In Minneapolis or St Paul?

In Minnesota, murder is the intentional killing of another person. Murder and homicide are the most serious offenses a person can be accused of committing. There are four different murder and homicide charges including first degree murder, second degree murder, third degree murder and criminal vehicular homicide.

Murder and Manslaughter

Manslaughter is another serious offense that involves the unintentional killing of another. This could happen in a number of instances including in a traffic accident. Many people are unaware of the difference between murder and manslaughter. Although both are considered serious offenses under the state of Minnesota, a murder conviction is most certainly a lot worse. In fact, most murder convictions come with 25 years to life in prison.

First Degree Murder

You may be arrested for first degree murder is the death is:

Premeditated with the intent to kill
During a criminal sexual conduct in the first or second degree, or in an attempt to commit first or second degree criminal sexual conduct crime
During a burglary, aggravated robbery, kidnapping, first or second degree arson or drive by shooting, or in an attempt to commit any of the mentioned crimes
Of a peace officer or guard employee at a Minnesota or local correctional facility
Of a minor while committing child abuse
Committed, conspired to commit to attempted to commit during a terrorism felony
During a domestic assault

If convicted of a first degree murder charge, you may face up to life in prison.

Second Degree Murder

You may be arrested for second degree murder is the cause of death is:

Without premeditation but with intent
During a drive-by shooting in a manner outside of first degree murder

If convicted of a second degree murder charge, you may face up to 40 years in prison.

Third Degree Murder

You may be arrested for third degree murder is the cause of death is:

Committed without regard for human life but outside first and second degree murder restrictions
Without premeditation and without intent but by perpetrating an act eminently dangerous to others

If convicted of a third degree murder charge, you may face up to 25 years in prison.

Criminal Vehicular Homicide

You may be arrested for criminal vehicular homicide if you kill or injure someone while operating a motor vehicle in the following instances:

In a grossly negligent manner
While under the influence of drugs or alcohol
During a hit and run, or other instance where the driver of the scenes leave the scene of the accident
While driving a vehicle that was known to be defectively maintained

If convicted of a vehicular criminal homicide charge, you may face up to 25 years in prison.

Facing Murder Charges

Murder cases often bring a lot of unwanted publicity and media attention which is why it is so important to work with a qualified murder and homicide lawyer. You may be able to walk away from a murder accusation on a plea of insanity, rage, intoxication, legal use of drugs, self defense or mistaken identity defense strategy.

Minnesota Criminal Defense Lawyer & Attorney

If you or someone you love has been accused of any murder or homicide offense, regardless of the severity of the charge, then it is important that you act fast. Keyser Criminal Defense will provide you with aggressive representation, a sound defense strategy and thorough research to ensure the best outcome possible. Contact Defense Attorney Christopher W. Keyser at (612) 338-5007 for a free, confidential and pressure-free case evaluation.

Statewide Legal Services

Keyser Criminal Defense represent clients throughout Minnesota, including the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Duluth, Rochester, Mankato, St. Cloud, Moorhead, Apple Valley, Blaine, Bloomington, Brooklyn Park, Burnsville, Coon Rapids, Eagan, Eden Prairie, Edina, Lakeville, Maple Grove, Maplewood, Minnetonka, Plymouth, Richfield, Roseville and Woodbury.