Case Results

Sherburne County. Expunged a 5th degree assault conviction. Client was unsuccessful in seeking an expungement less than a year ago. Mr. Gempeler had the expungement hearing venued at the Stand Down event – an event that offers extensive free services to veterans. It was the first time an expungement had been heard at this event. Due to the client’s tremendous service and rehabilitation record, the Judge felt compelled and “proud” to grant this expungement. No longer will this record be a disqualifying offense by the DHS and prospective employers.

McLeod and Carver Counties. Expunged four separate cases – 3 of which were expunged via prosecutor agreement and 1 expunged in the face of strong opposing arguments by the City Attorney. The contested matter included two convictions – disorderly conduct and underage consumption – and a charge that was dismissed – obstructing legal process. Even though the case was only 2-plus years old and involved abusive behavior towards the arresting officers, we worked hard in developing and improving the case with the client, which paid off. The client described the day of the hearing as “one of the most important days in her life.” We got her the second chance she deserved and needed.

Todd County. Expungement via prosecutor agreement to a misdemeanor domestic assault conviction. The city prosecutor had never done an expungement via prosecutor agreement. Yet, with the guidance and explanation of the process by Mr. Gempeler, he made the appropriate decision to agree to the expungement after considering the information we provided. The client was more than deserving and needful of this expungement. Still, domestic assault convictions are often challenging to get them expunged. We did so via prosecutor agreement.

Anoka and Ramsey Counties. Expunged two separate felony theft cases, one of which was accomplished via prosecutor agreement. There was some debate about the clients eligibility due to the waiting period. But, Mr. Gempeler’s persuasive oral argument carried the day and the expungement of two serious felony thefts was granted. The client is now able to continue advancing his career with a contractor for the Department of Defense.

Hennepin County. Expunged a misdemeanor domestic assault conviction. Given how serious courts treat domestic violence offenses and the fact that the client had little-to-no burden stemming from this record, getting the expungement granted was a remarkable result and a testament to the value in having Mr. Gempeler work with you in building and improving your case.

Carlton County. Expunged a 3rd Degree DWI conviction. DWIs are rarely expunged – only a few have been granted statewide. Yet, even with a high reading, Mr. Gempeler successfully petitioned and argued for this record to be expunged. The client had been overlooked on three separate occasions for career advancement due to this DWI conviction. The expungement was necessary and earned by a deserving client. This proves that – even though it’s an uphill battle – it pays to retain an experienced expungements attorney to fight for a DWI expungement.

Hennepin County. Expunged three (3!!!) DWI records. To the best of our knowledge, these were the first DWI records ever expunged in Hennepin County. And we got three of them expunged. The three DWIs occurred during a four-year period just over ten years ago. The client completed a remarkable life turnaround since then, become a well-recognized speaker in the field of chemical dependency, which included presentations to various government agencies, and had a demonstrable burden. Through Mr. Gempeler’s guidance, the client presented an incredible petition and argument to the Court, to the point where this outcome was not just lucky, but deserved and appropriate – despite the “facial absurdity” of seeking an expungement of 3 DWI’s as the State retorted in its opposition memorandum. Even on cases that seem impossible, we get the right results for our clients. There is not a better example of this than obtaining an expungement of 3 DWI records in Hennepin County.

Stay of Adjudication. Client had a .10 breath alcohol concentration level and we had no defense. But, the client took proactive measures to demonstrate that she did not have an alcohol problem and learned from her mistake. Complicating things is the fact that the client's significant other lived in Canada. Traveling to Canada with a DWI is not possible and there's a wide debate whether a careless driving conviction even permits entry into Canada. Through diligent negotiations, the North Star team achieved this nearly impossible outcome. The end result for the client is that she will not have any convictions as a result of the charge and can freely travel to Canada.