More Suspects Are Shooting At Police Officers
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by Avery Appelman
1d ago
According to data from the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension’s Uniform Crime Reports, the number of suspects assaulting and shooting at police officers has risen significantly in recent years. The report comes on the heels of last month’s shooting in Burnsville that left two Minnesota police officers dead after they were ambushed by a suspect with a gun. And while officer involved shootings have grown signficantly over the past couple years, the data suggests that these incidents are rarely fatal for the officer. Only 11 Minnesota police officers have died in the line of duty between 2004 and 20 ..read more
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Minnesota May Ban Potentially Exploitative Mommy Vlogs
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by Avery Appelman
3d ago
In an effort to protect children from some of the potentially dangerous sides of social media, lawmakers in Minnesota are considering banning what are known as “mommy run” accounts that profit off the involvement and exploitation of children in social media. An earlier version of the proposal did not ban these types of social media accounts. Instead, it proposed that Minnesota become the second state in the US behind Illinois to require parents who profit off social media videos featuring their children to share the money with their kids. However, after a series of stories published in the New ..read more
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Picking The Right Prostitution Defense Lawyer
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by Avery Appelman
4d ago
Engaging in or offering to provide sexual services for compensation is a criminal offense here in Minnesota, and whether you’re charged with prostitution or solicitation, you’re going to want an experienced professional in your corner before you head to court. Prostitution charges can have significant legal, personal and professional consequences, so you’ll want the right representation by your side throughout the case. In today’s blog, we share some tips for picking out the right lawyer for your prostitution or solicitation case in Minnesota. Choosing The Right Prostitution Attorney When it c ..read more
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Can I Be Kicked Out Of College If I’m Arrested?
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by Avery Appelman
1w ago
An arrest can have serious consequences for you at any stage in life, but these repercussions may feel even more severe if you are arrested while you’re in college. A criminal conviction while you’re in college can impact your future job prospects, your current scholarship and even your current admission at the university, so it’s not something you should take lightly. In today’s blog, we take a closer look at some of the possible consequences and your legal options if you are arrested and charged with a crime in college. Arrested In College If you are arrested while you’re in college, even if ..read more
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Minnesota Considering Raising Juvenile Crime Age To 21
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by Avery Appelman
1w ago
A new Minnesota proposal would raise the age of what could be considered a juvenile crime from 18 to 21. Proponents say the proposal is rooted in the science that suggests a person’s brain is not done developing into well into their twenties. “We’re trying to line up what the science tells us and what the data tells us with how our systems actually work – how our criminal justice system works and how we’re dealing with our young people,” said Rep. Cedrick Frazier (DFL-New Hope), who is a co-author on the bill. Many Oppose The Change Not surprisingly, many folks in law enforcement are against a ..read more
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Arrested For St. Patty’s Day DUI – My Next Steps
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by Avery Appelman
1w ago
St. Patrick’s Day is coming up this weekend, and as we talked about on a previous blog, we expect an uptick in business as a result of holiday shenanigans. Not only can we expect an more drunk drivers this weekend, but police are also expected to have increased DUI patrols throughout the holiday weekend, and that is a recipe for an uptick in arrests. If you are one of the unfortunate souls picked up for a DUI this weekend, you have some steps you need to take right now. We share those tips in today’s blog. What To Do After A St. Patrick’s Day DWI We are writing this from the perspective of som ..read more
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I Don’t Want To Plead Guilty – What Are My Options?
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by Avery Appelman
1w ago
If you have been charged with a crime, you have a few different option when it comes to how you’ll proceed with your case. You can plead guilty and hope that the judge will go easy on you, but there’s no guarantee that will happen. So what are your options if you’ve decided that pleading guilty isn’t something you are going to do? In today’s blog, we take a closer look at your options if you’ve decided that pleading guilty to the original charges is just something you’re not going to do. I’m Not Pleading Guilty If you’ve decided that you’re not going to go down without a fight, here’s a look a ..read more
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St. Patrick’s Day Weekend DWI Crackdown Expected In Minnesota
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by Avery Appelman
2w ago
Although the Minnesota Department of Traffic Safety Office of Traffic Safety has yet to make an official announcement, if past years are any indication, Minnesotans can expect a heavy police presence on the roads over the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Minnesota law enforcement has historically increased their presence on the roads on or around St. Patrick’s Day, and with the holiday falling on a Sunday, you can bet that authorities will be on high alert for dangerous driving behaviors over the weekend. Historically more than 300 law enforcement agencies from across the state have participated in ..read more
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When Can Police Bring In A K-9 Unit In Minnesota?
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by Avery Appelman
2w ago
The Minnesota State Patrol has 15 K-9 teams that are trained to detect the odor of narcotics, but does that mean that you may see an officer walking up to your vehicle with a dog by his side the next time you’re pulled over? When are police allowed to bring a K-9 unit into a traffic stop in Minnesota? In today’s blog, we take a closer look at when a drug sniffing dog can be used during a traffic stop in Minnesota. The Legality Of Drug Sniffing Dogs While drug sniffing dogs are an incredible asset for a police force, that doesn’t mean that they have unlimited power to use them as they please. W ..read more
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The Best Defenses For An Underage DUI
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by Avery Appelman
2w ago
We all made dumb choices in our youth, but hopefully none of those choices led to lifelong consequences. For an unfortunate few who end up facing an underage DUI charge in Minnesota, a conviction can end up having life-altering consequences. We’re not saying that you should face no punishment for your actions, but we don’t want your life to be ruined a a result of a stupid mistake, which is why we are so passionate about providing the best defense for individuals facing an underage DUI charge. But what are some of the best ways to fight back against an underage drunk driving charge? After all ..read more
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