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Can You Be Arrested for MN Drug Possession without Possession?

In Minnesota, drug crimes are taken very seriously. But the laws surrounding drug crimes are not as simple as you may think.

A good example of how complex drug crimes can be: The idea of “constructive drug possession.” This is virtually possession without actual possession. Police can reasonably assume that you are in possession of a drug even if it’s not on your person, so you may be charged with drug possession – and all the consequences that go

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Can MN Drug Crimes Impact Your Federal Financial Aid?

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Drug Crimes

Every year in Minnesota and across the United States, students file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, to help them pay for pursuits in higher education. This program helps them see if they qualify for any money from the federal government to pay for academic expenses.

While many people know that their eligibility depends on several factors, such as citizenship or family income, what many people don’t realize is that a drug conviction can unfortunately

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The Best Defenses Against MN Drug Charges

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Drug Crimes

In Minnesota, as in many other states, drug possession is a serious crime with serious consequences.

If you are arrested and charged with drug crimes in Minnesota, it can be a confusing and distressing experience. However, if you do find yourself in this situation, getting a good criminal attorney on your side to help formulate a robust defense is the most important first step.

While every case is different and every defense unique, it’s vital to

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MN Drug Sales and Trafficking: What’s the Difference?

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Drug Crimes

Drug crimes are taken very seriously in Minnesota. There are many different types of drug crimes, even for those that sound similar in nature. For instance, people are often confused about the differences that exist between selling drugs and trafficking them.

These two separate drug charges do have some commonalities, but they carry some major differences too – which is why you’ll see different penalties for each of them. Here’s what you need to know about the differences

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When Is Drug Possession a Felony in Minnesota?

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Drug Crimes

If you’re facing drug possession charges in our state, then you’re facing penalties that can change the course of your life forever. In fact, the charges and penalties for drug possession here in Minnesota are quite harsh, so even small amounts of controlled substances can put you in serious legal jeopardy and have you facing serious penalties such as lengthy prison sentences or stiff fines.

In Minnesota, possession of drugs in most cases is a felony offense. Here’s

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Minnesota Drug Crimes: Planning Can Send You To Jail

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Drug Crimes | Drug Possession | Drug Trafficking

Sometimes, planning a crime is just as bad in the eyes of the law as committing it, as one Minnesota woman recently found out.

A Minnesota woman was sentenced to seven years behind bars for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine in the state. The court states that she planned with others to distribute the drug. She pleaded guilty in the face of the evidence against her.

Drug crimes are taken very seriously in Minnesota, as evidenced by the

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Minneapolis May Abolish Its Police Force — What Does This Mean?

Published By: Chris Keyser

Category: Criminal Defense | Police

In the wake of the death of George Floyd, an idea that has been around for quite some time is starting to gain some traction: defunding the police.

The idea of “defunding” the police is something many people have a negative knee-jerk reaction to. However, what defunding or abolishing police inside and outside of Minneapolis means may surprise you. Here’s what you need to know.