In the state of Minnesota, courts hear cases about possessing, selling, importing or cultivating marijuana every day. Many of the charges constitute a felony, but under certain conditions, the court can drop the charges. If you have been arrested on a marijuana...
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0.05: The legal limit of the future?
In recent times, 0.08 has been the dominant legal limit when it comes to DUI laws in the United States. It is the current legal limit here in Minnesota. Might the future, however, see a lower legal limit become dominant in America? It appears that the U.S. will soon...
Prison/jail sentence ranges vary greatly in insurance fraud cases
When a person is accused of insurance fraud, there are many things they may have significant fears about. For one, they might be afraid of the possibility of ending up imprisoned for a significant period of time. How big of a jail/prison sentence can a person face for...
Minnesota sees big jump in meth and pill seizures
Recently, Minnesota released data on drug seizures by police in the state in 2016. The numbers indicate that such seizures hit particularly high levels last year. Two drugs in particular saw especially big increases in the amount seized. One is prescription pills....
What are the penalties for drowsy driving?
At some point in your driving life, you have probably felt sleepy; in fact, you may even have fallen asleep at the wheel, but is this a crime? Some states, including Minnesota, do not have laws that address drowsy driving specifically. However, if you exhibit erratic...
Today’s cars can be full of data
We live in a world of unprecedented data collection. All sorts of devices we use in our everyday lives can be filled with data on our habits, conduct and personal life. This includes our cars. There has been major growth in the amount of technology in cars in recent...
The possibility of losing one’s vehicle over a DWI
A car can be many things for a person. It can be an essential component in their everyday activities. It could be their only way to get to work. It can be their way of visiting family. Some people may feel a great sense of freedom in relation to their car, given the...
When a college student is facing disorderly conduct charges
There are all manner of life-impacting situations individuals can find themselves in during their college years. Some college students end up facing criminal charges during their time in school. One of the types of charges sometimes leveled against college students is...
What to do if you are falsely accused of domestic violence
Thousands of people are wrongfully accused of domestic violence and assault every year, due -- at least in part -- to "victim-centered investigations." According to SAVE, an organization dedicated to reforming policies to protect both abuse victims and the wrongfully...
DWI offenses carry tough penalties in Minnesota
If you have just had a couple of beers or an alcoholic drink, you may think yourself perfectly capable of driving. Unfortunately, you may find that you are not in as much control of your faculties as you thought. Alcohol clouds judgment, vision and reflexes, and if...
