23
Sep

Falsely Reporting a Crime Charge in Minnesota

Criminal Charges, Gross Misdemeanors / Misdemeanors
Falsely reporting a crime is a serious offense in Minnesota that can lead to long-lasting consequences. Due to the resources that are allegedly wasted in investigating false claims, prosecutors take these crimes seriously and often seek a straight pl…
Read More
12
Sep

Search Warrant Requirements

Constitutional Rights
The Fourth Amendment assures us that we have the right to be secure in our “persons, houses, papers, and effect from unreasonable searches and seizures.” Except when numerous exclusions may apply, the State must obtain a valid warrant to…
Read More
11
Sep

Cell Phone Evidence - The Basics

Constitutional Rights
With smart phones becoming such a critical part of our lives, cell phone evidence is becoming more common. Crucial evidence to a case is often found within the data of the cell phone. The State can obtain this evidence, but it is not easy and can lea…
Read More
9
Sep

Expungement Appeal - Standards of Review

Case Law Updates, Expungement
With the Supreme Court set to hear the big appeal on the stay of imposition issue as it relates to expungements this coming October, let’s review the applicable standards of review the Court should employ in an expungement appeal. The decision…
Read More