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Defense Strategies to Use against MN Domestic Violence Charges

Being accused of domestic violence isn’t only a serious matter, but it’s also an emotional one. These types of allegations can turn your life upside down. That’s why it’s vital to ensure you have a good defense if you are accused.

What is the best defense against domestic violence charges? That really depends on your individual circumstances. A skilled attorney can help to formulate the best defense for you, but, in general, there are some defense strategies to

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MN Protective Orders: What You Should Know

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Domestic Violence | Protective Orders

Most people understand the basics behind a protective order. Yet some people who have been involved in domestic incidents aren’t quite clear on the nature of these courts orders and the way they can impact a person’s life.

There are several different types of protective orders available in Minnesota. It’s vital to understand how these different protective orders work and their varying purposes. Here’s what you need to know.

Domestic Abuse: What Is It?

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Are You Automatically Arrested for Domestic Violence in CO?

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Domestic Abuse | Domestic Assault | Domestic Violence

In Colorado, law enforcement will automatically arrest someone if they have reason to believe accusations of domestic violence are true. That’s because the state has a statute for mandatory domestic violence arrests. This is meant to offer protection to victims of domestic violence.

How can this impact your case if you are accused of domestic violence in Colorado? Read on to learn all about mandatory arrest in cases of domestic violence and what you could face if convicted

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Domestic Abuse in Minnesota: What You Should Know

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Domestic Abuse | Domestic Violence

Domestic abuse is a common issue across the United States, which is why every single state has laws against domestic abuse and domestic violence.

In memory of those who have been taken too soon due to domestic abuse, you can find fundraisers happening across the state that aim to bring attention to this issue. One such event is called Bags for Nat, a memorial fundraiser for a woman who was murdered by her live-in boyfriend after enduring

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When Do Minnesota Domestic Violence Charges Get Federal Attention?

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Uncategorized

In Minnesota, deeds defined as acts of domestic violence are unlawful. What many people don’t realize is that it’s not just illegal under state law to commit domestic violence, but federal law as well.

This is why it’s critical if you’re charged with domestic violence to understand how both state and federal laws can apply to your case. Here is what you need to know about domestic violence crimes in Minnesota and when those charges can turn into

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1 in 4 Minneapolis Domestic Violence Calls Aren’t Violent

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Domestic Violence

A recent study found that Minneapolis has a serious issue with domestic violence calls. The issue, they found, was that the majority of domestic violence call did not actually involve any actual violence.

Instead, the majority of calls involved moments of crisis between family members and they simply didn’t know who to turn to. To be exact, it was found that only 1 in every 4 domestic violence calls end with police filing a report. There were no

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Does Minnesota Domestic Violence Really Go Up Over the Holidays?

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Domestic Violence | Holidays

There is a long-standing rumor that the domestic violence rate increases during the holiday season. It certainly sounds like it could be true.

After all, interpersonal tensions are high, people are stressed about travel and money, and the expectation is that families will be spending a lot of time together.

If you simply heard this rumor reported in the news, you would likely accept it as a simple fact. So, is it true that Minnesota domestic violence