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How New Year’s Partying Can Lead to a MN Disorderly Conduct Charge

DEC. 28 2018

Because of the extremely broad legal definition of ‘disorderly conduct, these charges are historically difficult to defend and often coupled with multiple (and sometimes more serious charges) in an effort to leverage plea bargaining in cases.

In recent years, however, dubious “disorderly conduct” arrests have plummeted, largely due to officer body cam programs and the subsequent tightening of disciplinary action when police break from protocol. This is good news for Minnesotans, but it doesn’t altogether exempt you from

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Reasons Drinking and Driving Increases in MN over Winter Holidays

DEC. 20 2018

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: DWI/DUI | Holidays

The holidays are a time to connect with family, relax, and enjoy the season’s festivities.

However, every year many families’ holiday seasons are ruined by a single factor: drinking and driving. DWI arrests and drunk driving accident injuries turn many Minnesota families’ holidays into a tragedy every year.

Why?

The most straightforward one is that drinking tends to increase over the holidays. Moreover, a number of other factors (such as winter weather), make drunk driving even

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Credit Card Fraud in Minnesota Covers More Than Just Credit Cards

DEC. 12 2018

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Credit Card Fraud | Fraud

Did you know that it’s possible to get hit with a credit card fraud charge in Minnesota even if you don’t actually use someone else’s credit card?

That’s because the charge in our state is technically for the fraudulent use of a “financial transaction card.” Like, for example, a food stamp card. In fact, the problem with this type of card fraud gets so much bad publicity that other areas of the country are working to increase penalties.

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Assault with a Deadly Weapon: How It Works in Minnesota

DEC. 6 2018

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Assault With A Deadly Weapon | Violent Crimes

Our state treats assault with a deadly weapon charges as a really big deal.

Why?

In 2016, there were 432 deaths related to gun use in Minnesota. A significant portion of those deaths were classified as violent deaths, which results from a use of force. Assault with a deadly weapon normally falls into that category – and those are just the gun deaths.

If you have been accused of assault with a deadly weapon in Minnesota, you

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What Can a Minnesota Defense Attorney Do to Help You?

DEC. 10 2018

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Criminal Defense

When you are charged with a crime, you may wonder if a lawyer can really help you.

In this post, we’ll tell you exactly what a criminal defense attorney does and what benefits they provide.

An Ally in a Troubled Time

An arrest can cause upheaval in both your public and private life. You could lose your job and find it difficult to secure another one. Your friends and coworkers may turn a cold shoulder on you.

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You’re Under Arrest in Minnesota – What Should You Do… and Not Do?

NOV. 26 2018

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Criminal Defense

If you get arrested in Minnesota, there are certain things you should do… and others that you’re really better off avoiding. We’ll cover both types in this post.

What You Should Do If You Are Arrested in Minnesota

Make sure to follow these guidelines to protect yourself if you get arrested in Minnesota.

Be compliant and polite. Your cooperation at the time of arrest can keep you from facing further charges.

Keep your hands visible so

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Accused of Shoplifting in Minnesota? Know Your Rights

NOV. 14 2018

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Shoplifting/Retail Theft

If you are accused of shoplifting in Minnesota, you need to know your rights and what the store is allowed to do to you – and what they’re not.

In this post, we’ll detail the law, cover your rights, and explain what options are available to you to defend yourself and battle against any retail theft charges that are filed.

Shoplifting in Minnesota: The Law

Shoplifting is an act of theft against a retailer, according to

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