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Christopher Keyser Earns AV Preeminent Award for 2019

I’m proud to announce I received the Martindale-Hubbell Preeminent Ranking Award for 2019. This means I am among top-ranking attorneys as reviewed by my peers. It’s a huge honor for me. But what does this mean for you?

Peer reviews are a critical component in evaluating and selecting a criminal defense attorney. You read reviews for every other professional service in your life – doctors, mechanics, accountants, contractors, etc. – so why not do the same when choosing

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Felony vs. Misdemeanor Charges: How Minnesota Handles Each

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Criminal Defense | Felonies | Misdemeanors

When facing criminal charges, one of the first and most important questions from a defense perspective is whether you’re being charged with a felony or a misdemeanor.

Why so important?

Because here in Minnesota, felony-level convictions are far more likely to carry a jail sentence, and a felony on your rap sheet has much longer-lasting consequences.

In this post, we provide a brief of common criminal offenses, how they are typically charged, and the consequences generally associated

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The Real Costs of Living with a Criminal Record in Minnesota

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Criminal Defense | Expungement / Criminal Record Sealing

You committed a crime. You did the time for it. It is also highly likely that you paid a heap in fines, rehabilitation, restitution, or any combination of them depending on your conviction.

What you probably never even thought about were the ongoing negative impacts and costs of having that criminal record. Things which are affecting your ability to reintegrate successfully into Minnesota society.

These are real costs to you and your loved ones, and those costs have

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What Can a Minnesota Defense Attorney Do to Help You?

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?

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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Why You Want a MN Bar Certified Criminal Law Specialist on Your Side

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Criminal Defense | Criminal Law Specialist

The Minnesota criminal justice system is increasingly tough on all levels of crime. Even relatively minor offenses such as shoplifting, drunk driving, assault or obstruction of justice can result in serious jail time, hefty fines and a criminal record that will come back to haunt you for a lifetime.

Crime rates are higher in big Minnesota cities such as Minneapolis, where violent crimes are currently on the rise. In the city’s efforts to combat crime, local law enforcement

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What Makes an Offense a Federal Crime Instead of a MN State Offense?

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Criminal Defense | Federal Crimes

There are over 200 different courts throughout the state of Minnesota. Courts deal with criminal trials, domestic disputes, civil cases – you name it. If you have been charged with a crime, knowing what court to go to and what you might be up against can be confusing.

Even if you are facing criminal charges, they can potentially be held in a Minnesota state court or a federal court in Minnesota depending on whether you are up against

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