Minnesota Assault Charges and Consequences
Like most other states, Minnesota assault charges and their consequences vary by the severity of the act. Assault encompasses any attempt to harm or injure someone else, and in some cases, can include threats or intention to harm another person (even if no physical harm is done). There are five different types of assault charges […]
What are the DWI laws in Minnesota?
Drunk driving in Minnesota, called DWI, is a criminal offense that can change someone’s life if they are convicted. Every state has tough enforcement of strict, and sometimes very restrictive, penalties. For residents of Fergus Falls and throughout Minnesota, it is important to understand the process and what to expect if you are stopped on […]
Will Codicil vs. New Will in Minnesota
When you’re creating your estate plan, you’ll want to distinguish between the different types of wills in Minnesota. Knowing the difference between a will codicil and a new will is essential to ensuring you have the proper documents for your wishes to be met. Once you’ve written your will, you can make small changes to […]
Understanding embezzlement and possible defenses
Embezzlement is a crime where a person has lawful possession of another person’s property, but converts or takes that property for their own use with no intention of returning it. If a person is charged with this crime, there can be serious consequences. Embezzlement occurs most often where a trusted person is given access to […]
Exploring Assault and Battery Charges in Minnesota
Assault and battery is a term that is used quite regularly, but you may not actually know what it means. Assault refers to any attempt or threat to injure someone, while battery refers to the actual act of harming or offending another person. While they are typically referred to as one act together, the punishable […]
How to Identify Which Assets Go Through Probate
Probate is a legal process that involves a person’s assets after they die. If you have a detailed estate plan, including a last will and testament, what happens to your assets should be pretty straightforward for your beneficiaries. If not, or if there are arguments surrounding the will or beneficiaries, a probate court could be […]
Invoking your right to remain silent can strengthen your defense
When the police approach you, they may come across as polite and friendly. But make no mistake, if they suspect that you’ve committed a criminal offense then their only goal is to build evidence so that prosecutors can convict you of the suspected crime. Therefore, you need to be on guard when the police question […]
Filing an Order For Protection (Restraining Order) in Minnesota
Sometimes it may be necessary to file an order for protection or restraining order if you or your children become endangered. In Minnesota, there are two different types of orders for protection and harassment restraining orders. An experienced Minnesota attorney can help you determine which order to file to gain you the proper protection from an abuser […]
What are the differences between theft and robbery?
People and businesses in Minnesota own various types of property. Some of this property is more valuable than others, but no matter how valuable the property, the owners of the property have complete control over it. This means that they can use it how they want to, can give it away, sell it or simply […]