Conflict can happen at any point with any person. While some people may be involved a heated verbal exchange, violence is relatively rare. However, there are some instances in which a person may feel that his or her life is in danger, forcing protective actions....
Driver faces criminal charges following Minnesota car chase
When people are facing a confrontation with law enforcement officials, they sometimes become overwhelmed and panic. Unfortunately, it might be easy for police officers to interpret what could simply be panic as something more nefarious. In fact, a Minnesota man now...
Can a DUI conviction affect your security clearance?
Perhaps you are a contractor who requires a security clearance because you perform work for a federal government agency. Recently a law enforcement officer stopped you for a broken taillight violation but smelled alcohol on your breath. The officer arrested you for...
Minnesota man accused of stealing millions charged with fraud
Some people in Minnesota and other areas of the country dedicate years and years of their lives working for one employer. Unfortunately, a man in Minnesota who managed a farmer's co-op for decades has now found himself facing criminal charges. The man recently...
Drunk driving case: Small crack in windshield not probable cause
The U.S. Constitution provides a number of different protections for those living in the country. Unfortunately, many people may be unaware of the exact protections provided, especially regarding the Fourth Amendment, which prohibits unreasonable searches and...
Conflicting stories in Minnesota assault case
Many people in Minnesota have experienced conflict with others. The responses to the conflict can vary depending on its cause and those involved. Unfortunately, police say that an altercation left one man fighting for his life and another facing assault charges. The...
How do DWI charges change when a child is in the car
Operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol is a serious offense. Even for a first offense, convicted parties will face serious consequences. The least serious case of DWI can still see a person face up to 90 days in jail, between 30 and 90 days without a...
Minnesota teen arrested twice for DWI
Some people can see harmful behavior in even the most innocuous actions. For example, something as simple as parking in a parking lot could potentially result in a call to police. Unfortunately, a teenager in Minnesota who initially attracted attention after she...
What to do if you are falsely accused of a crime
Crime is a serious matter. People who make false accusations trivialize the reality of criminal behavior. However, false allegations can have real-world consequences. There is a man who spent thirteen years in prison after false accusations of murder. If you are on...
Minnesota college football player charged with assault
As most people in Minnesota would likely attest, sharing a living space with someone else is often difficult. Though conflict can easily arise, it rarely turns to violence. Despite this, a college football player now faces an assault charge after police were called to...