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When Does Assault Become Aggravated Assault?
JUNE 9 2025
When Does Assault Become Aggravated Assault?
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Category: Aggravated Assault

 

Knowing the difference between assault and aggravated assault can change your case’s outcome. In Minnesota, this could mean the difference between a misdemeanor and a serious felony with prison time.

 

Maybe it started with raised voices during an argument. Maybe someone got scared, even if you didn’t mean to threaten them. What happened in that moment matters, but so does what happens next. At Keyser Law P.A., our Minneapolis criminal defense attorneys are here to protect your

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Should You Plead Guilty to a Crime?
MAY 25 2025
Should You Plead Guilty to a Crime?
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Category: Criminal Defense

Getting the right advice from a Minneapolis criminal defense lawyer could be the difference between a life-changing mistake and protecting your future. If you’re facing criminal charges, this decision is serious—it can affect your job, your freedom, and how you’re seen for years to come.

 

Many people don’t realize how much is at stake until it’s almost too late. That’s why before you plead guilty, it’s important to talk to an experienced Minneapolis criminal defense lawyer who can help

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Defenses Against Drug Possession Charges
MAY 17 2025
Defenses Against Drug Possession Charges
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Category: Drug Possession

Being charged with drug possession in Minnesota is scary. It might seem like there’s no way out, but the truth is, there are defenses that could work in your favor. A good defense strategy can help reduce the charges or even get them dropped.

 

No one plans to face drug possession charges. But if you are, knowing your rights matters. A good criminal defense attorney in Minneapolis can help you understand the charges and fight back the right way.

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How Prior Convictions Affect Current Criminal Cases in Minneapolis
APR. 29 2025
How Prior Convictions Affect Current Criminal Cases in Minneapolis
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Category: Criminal Defense | Prior Convictions

It’s easy to think a past conviction belongs in the past, especially if years have passed and your life looks nothing like it once did. But when you’re facing a new charge in Minneapolis, what happened before can come roaring back.

 

However, that doesn’t mean you’re out of options. You need a St. Paul / Minneapolis, Minnesota criminal defense lawyer who won’t treat your history like a liability. At Keyser Law, P.A., we look beyond labels. We treat each

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Can You Seal a Criminal Record in Minnesota?
APR. 21 2025
Can You Seal a Criminal Record in Minnesota?
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Category: Criminal Record Sealing | Expungement / Criminal Record Sealing

 

If you have a criminal record in Minnesota, you may be feeling discouraged, worried, or anxious about the impact it can have on your life. The good news is that Minnesota law allows for certain criminal records to be sealed or expunged, meaning they are no longer publicly accessible. An expungement can help you move forward and put your past behind you.

 

If you want to explore the possibility of having your record sealed, consult with a knowledgeable

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Understanding Minnesota’s Self-Defense Laws in Domestic Situations
APR. 14 2025
Understanding Minnesota’s Self-Defense Laws in Domestic Situations
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Category: Domestic Violence | Self Defense

 

Self-defense gets complicated quickly in domestic situations. When emotions run high, it can be hard to sort out what really happened. Maybe you were trying to protect yourself or someone else. Maybe you reacted after being pushed too far. If police show up and make assumptions based on appearances, you might find yourself facing charges even if you were the one being hurt.

 

A Minneapolis, Minnesota domestic violence defense lawyer from Keyser Law, P.A. will know how to

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Shoplifting & Retail Theft: A Guide
APR. 1 2025
Shoplifting & Retail Theft: A Guide
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Category: Shoplifting/Retail Theft

Shoplifting might seem like a minor offense—until you’re the one accused. In Minnesota, more than 72,000 larceny cases were reported in 2023, and many involved everyday people who never imagined they’d be facing criminal charges.

 

Maybe it was a misunderstanding. Maybe it was a moment of bad judgment. Or maybe you’re being blamed for something you didn’t do. Whatever the reason, being accused of retail theft is serious. Even a minor offense can leave you with a criminal record,

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MINNEAPOLIS & ST. PAUL CRIMINAL DEFENSE & DWI LAW FIRM SERVING

 

With offices in Minneapolis and Stillwater, Minnesota, Keyser Law, P.A. handles cases throughout the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area including:

 

HENNEPIN COUNTY

 

Bloomington, Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Champlin, Chanhassen, Corcoran, Crystal, Dayton, Deephaven, Eden Prairie, Edina, Excelsior, Golden Valley, Greenfield, Greenwood, Hanover, Hopkins, Independence, Long Lake, Loretto, Maple Grove, Maple Plain, Medicine Lake, Medina, Minneapolis, Minnetonka, Minnetrista, Mound, New Hope, Orono, Osseo, Plymouth, Richfield, Robbinsdale, Rockford, Rogers, Shorewood, Spring Park, St. Anthony Village, St. Bonifacius, St. Louis Park, Wayzata, Woodland and Hassan Township.

WASHINGTON COUNTY

 

Afton, Bayport, Birchwood Village, Cottage Grove, Dellwood, Forest Lake, Grant, Hugo, Lake Elmo, Lake St. Croix Beach, Lakeland Shores, Lakeland, Landfall, Mahtomedi, Marine on St. Croix, Newport, Oak Park Heights, Oakdale, Pine Springs, Scandia, St. Marys Point, St. Paul Park, Stillwater, Willernie, White Bear Lake, Woodbury, Baytown, Denmark, Grey Cloud Island, May, West Lakeland, Garen and Point Douglas.

RAMSEY COUNTY

Arden Hills, Blaine, Falcon Heights, Gem Lake, Lauderdale, Little Canada, Maplewood, Mounds View, New Brighton, North Oaks, North St. Paul, Roseville, Shoreview, St. Anthony, St. Paul, Spring Lake Park, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake and White Bear Lake Township.

ANOKA COUNTY

Andover, Anoka, Bethel, Blaine, Centerville, Circle Pines, Columbia Heights, Columbus, Coon Rapids, East Bethel, Fridley, Ham Lake, Hilltop, Lexington, Lino Lakes, Nowthen, Oak Grove, Ramsey and St. Francis.

DAKOTA COUNTY

Apple Valley, Burnsville, Coates, Eagan, Farmington, Hampton, Hastings, Inver Grove Heights, Lakeville, Lilydale, Mendota, Mendota Heights, Miesville, New Trier, Northfield, Randolph, Rosemount, South St. Paul, Sunfish Lake, Vermillion and West St. Paul.

MINNEAPOLIS

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