Resolution:

Plea to an amended count of careless driving. On top of that fantastic outcome, the client is merely placed on unsupervised probation for one-year with no additional obligations going forward. What makes this particular outcome so remarkable is that the client blew a higher test with a prior conviction - but the legal issues Mr. Adkins raised meant the State wanted no chance of an acquittal or unfavorable judicial orders. Client is ecstatic, and returns to a commercial driving gig without a long suspension.

Resolution: Plea to an amended count of careless driving. Client was facing a gross misdemeanor refusal charge that was not beatable. But, Mr. Gempeler found a legal issue worth raising and then leveraged that into persistent plea negotiations that resulted in a non-DWI outcome - a truly remarkable outcome when facing a gross misdemeanor DWI charge. It goes to show that, even when facing daunting charges, the North Star team knows how to get creative and aggressive in implementing a unique strategy that nets these fantastic outcomes.

Resolution:

Continuance for Dismissal. The client was charged with stealing merchandise from local Target stores that totaled $550.95. Our young law clerk, Mr. Hoppe, with just a little oversight from the veteran attorneys on the team, was able to achieve an incredible outcome that resulted in the client essentially receiving a second chance - fine, no entry at place of theft, and no same or similar incidents. Assuming the client stays law-abiding for a year under unsupervised probation, the case will be completely dismissed and will stay off their record. Besides an outright dismissal, this is the best possible result a client can achieve in their case. A pretty damn great result achieved by our clerk, who managed this while balancing a full school schedule. He has bright future, to say the least.

Resolution:

Stay of adjudication to the disorderly conduct charge and the two domestic charges are dismissed. What's more - the terms of probation are merely a small fine and no same or similar - that's it. A truly remarkable outcome for a gross misdemeanor domestic out of Minneapolis. The Judge was even surprised by such an outcome, but these fantastic negotiations are commonplace with the North Star team. The client was nervous as heck leading into the hearing, but beyond relieved walking out, knowing that what happened won't define him or hold him back moving forward.

Resolution:

Plea to an amended count of misdemeanor 4th Degree DWI, with no time to serve and unsupervised probation for one-year. What makes this outcome more remarkable is that the client blew a .19 and got into an accident. The primary prosecutor would not budge, but he changed jobs near the end of this case. Mr. Gempeler strategically prolonged the case a bit to put some separation between the old prosecutor and new one. And at the delayed hearing, he was able to negotiate this incredible outcome - one the client was thrilled to achieve, but didn't think was possible based upon how the case had progressed. Savvy guidance pays off once again for a North Star client.

Resolution:

Plea to an amended misdemeanor count of DWI, with no time to serve, a fine, and easy terms of probation to follow. The client blew a .20 and had no legal defenses. On top of that, the city prosecutor is notoriously challenging to deal with on similar cases. Nonetheless, Mr. Gempeler leaned into the possible career implications in play and the client's proactive steps in order to negotiate this fantastic result. It was the exact outcome the client was hopeful for, but realistically did not expect. That's why you get the North Star team on your side - to get the unexpected.

Resolution:

Plea to an amended count of misdemeanor 4th Degree DWI with no jail or STS, and the absolute minimum fine possible of $50. The client was a high school student who got into an accident after consuming alcohol one non-school day afternoon. Major mistakes made throughout, clearly. With the help of Mr. Gempeler's advocacy, she got back on track and is pursuing post-secondary education. This outcome will position her in the best position possible, considering the mistakes made.

Resolution:

Plea, but no jail to serve, minimal fine, and credit for treatment and programming. What makes the result so fantastic for the client is that it avoids the statutory requirement of 30 days in custody. The client had maintained sobriety for over a year and was desperate to avoid serving time in custody, which worried her for maintaining her sobriety. After efforts to get her entry into DWI court were rejected due to her residing in Ramsey County, Mr. Gempeler worked with the prosecutor to get creative and deliver this most needed outcome. Now, the client maintains her sobriety and network of support with a sentence that does not interrupt it. She continues progressing and moving forward advantageously in life due to the creativity and doggedness shown by the North Star team.