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Sexual Assault Now Has No Statute of Limitations in Minnesota
Sexual Assault Now Has No Statute of Limitations in Minnesota
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In Minnesota, sexual assault is against the law. However, the law previously limited the period of time after the crime was committed in which person could be prosecuted for sexual assault – but a new law now changes all that.

 

In the past, a Minnesota resident only had nine years from the time of action to file a case in court. One exception: if the victim was a child at the time of the assault, it could be filed


Kidnapping Isn’t Simply a Crime Against Kids in Minnesota
Kidnapping Isn’t Simply a Crime Against Kids in Minnesota
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Category: Kidnapping

 

When people hear the word “kidnap,” they think of children being taken from their parents.

 

But what many don’t realize is that kidnapping as a crime can be perpetrated against anyone, no matter their age.

 

A recent case from Bloomington highlights this fact. A woman called 911 for help when she was held against her will by a man against whom she held a no-contact order. She is 42 years old, and the suspect is 37 –


Can You Run Out the Clock on Murder in Minnesota?
Can You Run Out the Clock on Murder in Minnesota?
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Category: Murder

 

Sometimes, those who commit terrible crimes think they’ve gotten away with it – until law enforcement comes knocking on their door years later.

 

While it is true that some crimes have a statute of limitations under which a person can be charged, for some, the clock never runs out. Murder is one such crime.

 

A great example of this is a recent case in which a Minnesota man was arrested and charged with an unsolved murder from


Don’t Let 4th of July Partying Result in MN Disorderly Conduct Charges
Don’t Let 4th of July Partying Result in MN Disorderly Conduct Charges
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The 4th of July is a holiday where people like to get loose and have fun. For many people, that means partaking in alcohol with friends and family.

 

While it’s certainly not illegal to drink too much over a holiday in Minnesota, there are certain behaviors in public that are against the law. If you participate in them, whether you’re drunk or not, you could get slapped with a disorderly conduct charge.

 

Here’s what you need


Did You Know There Are Drug Crimes in MN That Don’t Involve Drugs?
Did You Know There Are Drug Crimes in MN That Don’t Involve Drugs?
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Crimes have a way of catching up to you, as one Minnesota woman recently found out.

A woman was arrested in Wisconsin for, among other things, drug paraphernalia charges.

When police arrested her, they also discovered that she was wanted in Minnesota for murder charges related to the death of her 1-year-old daughter.

 

While not every drug paraphernalia suspect will face murder charges, this case does show one very important thing: even charges for a crime that you


When Do Minnesota Domestic Violence Charges Get Federal Attention?
When Do Minnesota Domestic Violence Charges Get Federal Attention?
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Category: Uncategorized

 

In Minnesota, deeds defined as acts of domestic violence are unlawful. What many people don’t realize is that it’s not just illegal under state law to commit domestic violence, but federal law as well.

 

This is why it’s critical if you’re charged with domestic violence to understand how both state and federal laws can apply to your case. Here is what you need to know about domestic violence crimes in Minnesota and when those charges can turn into


When Is a DWI a Felony in Minnesota?
When Is a DWI a Felony in Minnesota?
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Category: DWI/DUI | Felonies

Being arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) can be a frightening experience. You may not be sure of what will face you next – and you’re not alone.

 

More drivers than you may expect are arrested for suspicion of DWI in Minnesota each year, and the system that governs DWIs in Minnesota can be complicated to understand.

 

Here’s what you need to know about DWIs in the state, plus what factors can turn a DWI misdemeanor into a


MINNEAPOLIS & ST. PAUL CRIMINAL DEFENSE & DWI LAW FIRM SERVING

 

With offices in Minneapolis and Stillwater, Minnesota, Keyser Law, P.A. handles cases throughout the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area including:

 

HENNEPIN COUNTY

 

Bloomington, Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Champlin, Chanhassen, Corcoran, Crystal, Dayton, Deephaven, Eden Prairie, Edina, Excelsior, Golden Valley, Greenfield, Greenwood, Hanover, Hopkins, Independence, Long Lake, Loretto, Maple Grove, Maple Plain, Medicine Lake, Medina, Minneapolis, Minnetonka, Minnetrista, Mound, New Hope, Orono, Osseo, Plymouth, Richfield, Robbinsdale, Rockford, Rogers, Shorewood, Spring Park, St. Anthony Village, St. Bonifacius, St. Louis Park, Wayzata, Woodland and Hassan Township.

WASHINGTON COUNTY

 

Afton, Bayport, Birchwood Village, Cottage Grove, Dellwood, Forest Lake, Grant, Hugo, Lake Elmo, Lake St. Croix Beach, Lakeland Shores, Lakeland, Landfall, Mahtomedi, Marine on St. Croix, Newport, Oak Park Heights, Oakdale, Pine Springs, Scandia, St. Marys Point, St. Paul Park, Stillwater, Willernie, White Bear Lake, Woodbury, Baytown, Denmark, Grey Cloud Island, May, West Lakeland, Garen and Point Douglas.

RAMSEY COUNTY

Arden Hills, Blaine, Falcon Heights, Gem Lake, Lauderdale, Little Canada, Maplewood, Mounds View, New Brighton, North Oaks, North St. Paul, Roseville, Shoreview, St. Anthony, St. Paul, Spring Lake Park, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake and White Bear Lake Township.

ANOKA COUNTY

Andover, Anoka, Bethel, Blaine, Centerville, Circle Pines, Columbia Heights, Columbus, Coon Rapids, East Bethel, Fridley, Ham Lake, Hilltop, Lexington, Lino Lakes, Nowthen, Oak Grove, Ramsey and St. Francis.

DAKOTA COUNTY

Apple Valley, Burnsville, Coates, Eagan, Farmington, Hampton, Hastings, Inver Grove Heights, Lakeville, Lilydale, Mendota, Mendota Heights, Miesville, New Trier, Northfield, Randolph, Rosemount, South St. Paul, Sunfish Lake, Vermillion and West St. Paul.

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