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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. Cases are aggressively pursued by a knowledgeable lawyer who understands how to negotiate with the prosecution in order to get you the best possible outcome in your case.

Charges that seem inescapable can be dismissed or reduced, allowing you to rebuild your life and move on as a productive member of society. If you need a Minneapolis lawyer and are not sure where to turn, take a look at Keyser Law Firm. We offer an aggressive defense will provide you with the results you need.

Here is just a short list of our recent victories:

State of Minnesota v. J.L.
Ramsey County, 2010
Second-Degree Assault, Crime Committed for the Benefit of a Gang (Two Counts)

Result: Case Expunged (Sealed)

Client was convicted of two counts of Second-Degree Assault, Crime Committed for the Benefit of a Gang (a drive-by shooting) in 1997.  He served ten years of probation and was discharged in 2007.  Client was suffering employment hardship due to his criminal background.  We argued that Client had changed his life for the better and deserved a clean slate.  The chief judge in Ramsey County (St. Paul) agreed and ordered Client’s criminal record sealed.

State of Minnesota v. E.B.
Hennepin County, 2010
Felony Third-Degree Assault

Penalty: 5 years imprisonment and/or a $10,000 fine
Result: Case Dismissed halfway through jury selection.

State of Minnesota v. K.L.
Hennepin County, 2010
Misdemeanor Order for Protection Violation

Penalty: 90 days in custody and/or a $1,000 fine
Result: Case Dismissed

State of Minnesota v. R.H.
Hennepin County, 2009
Gross Misdemeanor Obstruction of Legal Process with Force

Penalty: 365 days in custody and/or a $3,000 fine
Result: Case Dismissed

Client was charged with obstructing legal process by physically fighting with and injuring a police officer.  After aggressive negotiations, Client paid no fine, served no jail and performed no community service.  After completing one year of unsupervised probation, the case was dismissed from Client’s record.

State of Minnesota v. J.M.
Hennepin County, 2009
Misdemeanor Domestic Assault

Penalty: 90 days in custody and/or a $1,000 fine
Result: Case Dismissed

State of Minnesota v. G.H.
Hennepin County, 2009
Obstruction of Legal Process & Flee on Foot

Penalty: 180 days in custody and/or a $2,000 fine
Result: Case Dismissed

Client was charged with obstructing legal process and fleeing the police upon being questioned about a burglary.  Client’s case was dismissed after paying a $200 fine and completing one year of unsupervised probation.  Client was able to keep his new job during the economic recession.