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The proposed SOPA legislation has garnered a lot of attention and rightfully so.  This visual guide should help you better understand what SOPA is and why it has had such a polarizing effect on Americans.

As the most populous county in Minnesota, Hennepin County continues to generate the alrgest amount of persons thrown into our criminal justice system. We continue to defend the accused throughout Hennepin County with great success.  

Most County Diversion Programs, like Dakota County, allow defendants to enter a probationary period that ultimately ends with their case being dismissed.  This article dicusses the specific requirements for the Dakota County Diversion Program. 

Washington County recently launced its new Veterans Court - a diversion program aimed at helping veterans in the criminal justice system deal with substance abuse and mental health issues. 

Best Legal Thriller Novels of All Time:

When you look at the bookshelf, it seems there is a new legal thriller being released every hour; however, across the years, a select few have clearly risen to the top and distinguished themselves as great. That said, below is a list of the elite crime-based books – the 10 best legal thriller novels of all time.

On January 6, 2012, USCIS announced a proposed change to the waiver of inadmissiblity, Form I-601, allowing immigrants to apply for this waiver before departing the United States.  The proposed change is aimed to help immediate relatives (spouses and children of U.S. citizens) avoid long processing delays in their home countries, thereby reuniting families sooner.

We are excited to announce the opening of a new, second office location in Stillwater, MN. As of December 1, this Washington County office will better serve the people of Minnesota looking for a strong, client-centered legal defense team.

Need a break and looking for some legal humor?  Here is some Top 10 Apps that Make the World a Worse Place.

We are pleased to announce a new benefit of reduced cost legal aid to military veterans and service-members. This article explains the military benefit and the advantages of working with an attorney who understands Military Law.

Being removed or deported from the United States can be a scary event for individuals and their family. In some cases however, there is an opportunity for an individual to apply for a waiver of the removal order and return to the United States.

If you face criminal charges in Woodbury or any metro area city, Keyser Law Firm offers aggressive representation for any case.  We offer free consultations and affordable payment plans. 

This article explains domestic assault laws in Minnesota, the differences to "regular" assault, common defenses and what to expect in the court system.

Ever since the dawn of television, we’ve seen a million-and-one legal dramas come and go and some are clearly better than others. That said, we’ve made a distinct list of the best-of-the-best legal shows of all time – the top 10 law and legal series in the history of television. Enjoy.

Keyser Law Firm is proud to showcase its new website and expansion into immigration law.  This new website strives to bring informative resources to those wanting to learn more about criminal defense and immigration law throughout Minnesota.

The case of State of Florida vs. Casey Marie Anthony was called “the social media trial of the century.”  The controversial verdict sparked outrage across the country.  This article provides a defense perspective of the outcome and our criminal justice system. 

Effective July 1, 2011, Minnesota introduced the ignition interlock pilot program which helps drivers with revoked licenses get full driving privileges back.

Because Minnesota DUI and DWI law is so strict and unforgiving, if a police officer orders that your vehicle license plates be impounded, you need the help of a Minnesota Criminal Attorney immediately.

The United State immigration can seem formidable and the process can be unforgiving.  It’s important to have an attorney working for you who can give the best chance of success.

Need a break and looking for some legal humor?  Here is a fun post ranking the "Best Legal Movies of All Time."  Does your favorite film make the cut?

Your Minnesota DWI lawyer wants you to know what to do before you’re stopped by a police officer for DWI. 

If you are arrested and then charged and convicted of any criminal offense, it can have very serious consequences that can plague you the rest of your life.

Not everyone who has been arrested themselves or had a member of their family arrested knows whether or not they need to hire a Minnesota criminal defense lawyer.

If you or someone you know has been arrested, the first thing you need to do is hire the services of a Minnesota criminal defense attorney.

Most of our clients start out by asking us whether or not they are going to have to pay their lawyers in Minnesota in advance to defend them.

If you happen to find yourself on the wrong side of the law, you will need to hire a criminal attorney in Minnesota.

When looking at Minnesota DWI lawyers you may be tempted to go with a lawyer with less experience in DWI's, just to save yourself a bit of money.

When choosing a Minneapolis criminal lawyer one of the things he is going to do is ask you to go through everything that led to you being charged with a crime.

Many people find themselves nervous about their first visit to their Minnesota criminal lawyer...

If you have been arrested for a DWI you should not settle for less than the best Minnesota DWI attorney, who you choose to represent you, makes more difference than you might think.

One of the most important factors when choosing a criminal attorney in Minnesota is to find one that understands the importance of good communication.

If you have been arrested and charged with a gross misdemeanor or a criminal offense, you are going to need the services of a Minneapolis attorney...

 When you hire a Minnesota DWI and DUI lawyer, the temptation may be to hire the cheapest lawyer you can find – some Minnesota lawyers charge as little as $500 for cases in Minneapolis and St. Paul.

If you have been arrested and charged with DWI, you are going to have to hire an attorney. If you don't, you are putting yourself at the mercy of the courts and the justice system.

Before you give up and think you are destined to go to jail and that no lawyer can help you get out of your predicament, make sure you take the time to find out what a good Minneapolis lawyer can do for you.

A Minnesota lawyer is a professional at gathering the facts, not just for the crime that was alleged but also for the process by which you were arrested and put in jail.

Don’t just assume that because the law is “the law” that your rights will automatically be protected. In fact, those within the legal system are human and make mistakes while others tend to take their position of authority for granted by not always following the law.

Since you are counting on your Minnesota lawyer to defend you against the criminal charges that could send you to prison, you need to know about his background and experience.

Since you are counting on your Minnesota lawyer to defend you against the criminal charges that could send you to prison, you need to know about his background and experience.

Once you have hired a Minnesota lawyer to represent you in court, you might think that your part in the case is over with until it is time for you to appear in court.

When the courts allow you to serve your time under terms of probation instead of placing your in prison, the terms are very specific.

If you have been arrested and accused of a criminal offense, you could easily be facing time in either jail or the state prison.

Most people tend to think that traffic violations tend to result in nothing more than a ticket and points on their driving license but this is not always the case.

Once you have been accused of a crime, you will appear in court to answer the charges. You should never enter a courtroom for any reason without the protection of a Minnesota criminal attorney.

If you have never run afoul of the law, you may not understand what you need to do if arrested and charged with a crime.

Chances are if you need to hire a Minnesota criminal defense attorney, you have been charged with a criminal offense.

After you have been arrested and arraigned on criminal charges, a court date will be set for your trial.

There are many things that you are going to need to do if you are arrested for DWI in the state of Minnesota.

In the state of Minnesota driving while intoxicated is a term that is used to cover driving drunk, under the influence of drugs or any other substance that might affect your ability to drive safely.

When you need a Minnesota lawyer, you should never just pick up the phone book and start dialing as this is not likely to secure you quality legal services.

When you are looking for a lawyer in Minneapolis, there are many things you need to be aware of. Lawyers turned the profession into more of a business than a calling and spend a great deal of time making promises they can’t keep, after charging outrageous sums for their services.

When you are looking for a lawyer in Minneapolis, there are many things you need to be aware of. Lawyers turned the profession into more of a business than a calling and spend a great deal of time making promises they can’t keep, after charging outrageous sums for their services.

Would you trust your life or that of a family member or loved one to a surgeon whose name you picked out of the phonebook? Of course not; so why would you even consider hiring a lawyer to provide legal representation in this manner?

Many people never realize how important time is when it comes to hiring a lawyer. They are more concerned with their immediate problem and less concerned with hiring a lawyer.

In Minnesota it is just as illegal to be the one providing prostitutes or as it is better known “pimping,” as it is to actually be a prostitute. Known in some areas as “promoting the prostitution of an individual for sex or sex acts,” this offense carries carry serious fines and time in jail.

The state of Minnesota takes a very dim view of the world's oldest profession and there are different prostitution charges you can be arrested for.

Being accused of murder can carry the most intense punishment of any crime it is possible to commit. Even if you are guilty of taking another person's life, you still need a Minnesota criminal defense lawyer to represent you in a court of law.

Being a Minnesota criminal lawyer is a big job, especially if you are committed to doing the job the way it needs to be done. When our clients call us, it is often at a low point in their lives.

In order for you to be prosecuted for driving while intoxicated (DWI), the arresting officer must have reasonable and articulable suspicion to pull you over in the first place.

When you hire a Minnesota DWI lawyer, the first thing he will be concerned with is getting you out of jail, but once you are out he will want to know about your arrest.

There are many reasons you might need a Minnesota lawyer, but perhaps the most urgent ones are if you are in trouble either for a mistake you made or through no fault of your own ended up being arrested.

A Texas man declared innocent Tuesday after 30 years in prison had at least two chances to make parole and be set free — if only he would admit he was a sex offender.

Once you have been charged with a criminal offense, you will need to hire an attorney to help you prepare your criminal defense in Minnesota.

The best possible way to ensure that your Minnesota criminal defense is handled properly is to hire a law firm that specializes in Minnesota criminal law.

Once you have been charged with a criminal offense, you will need to hire an attorney to help you prepare your criminal defense in Minnesota.

After you have been arrested, your first phone call should be to a Minnesota criminal defense lawyer. While you might think that this is only something that occurs in television programs, it is the truth.

Chances are if you have to ask the question "Do I need a Minnesota criminal defense attorney?" that you have probably been arrested and charged with a crime.

When it comes to hiring lawyers in Minnesota, you should never rely on simply picking up the yellow pages and letting your fingers do the dialing.

Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty recently proposed an increase in sex offense sanctions - a measure that will double the maximum period of incarceration for First-Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct offenders from 12 years to 25 years.

In Minnesota, certain offenses may cause you to lose your driver's license temporary or permanently.  This article explains the what offenses may lead to a license suspension, revocation or cancellation.

An assault is a crime of violence against another person. Assault charges are pursued according to the seriousness of the injury suffered by the victim and the relationship between the victim and the defendant.

DWI, or Driving While Impaired, involves the operation of a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol to the degree that cognitive and motor skills are impaired.

In this economic recession, many defendants find themselves eligible for the services of a public defender yet weary of the attorney’s skill.  What are the benefits of a private attorney over a public defender?