Two Minnesota agencies are increasing their attempts to eliminate wage fraud by adding staff members to enforce a new state law that punishes business owners for taking advantage of their employees. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has employed two attorneys...
Criminal Law Excellence In Minnesota & Nationwide
Year: 2019
What Is the First Step Act?
The modern US federal prison system was designed to prevent individuals from recommitting crimes after their time was served. Unfortunately today’s criminal justice system is failing to achieve this goal. It can be extremely difficult for convicts to secure a...
New Laws That Took Effect in Minnesota This Year
New laws went into effect in Minnesota this year. The so-called "laundry list" of regulations tackle vehicular and road safety via the hands-free and “slowpoke” laws. In addition, vaping in public indoor spaces has become criminalized. Lastly, Minnesota is aiming to...
Minneapolis Announces New Sexual Assault Investigation Procedures
Minneapolis Chief of Police Medaria Arradondo and Mayor Jacob Frey have announced extensive reforms in how sexual assault cases are investigated in Minneapolis. These changes are the result of the efforts designed to enhance support for the victims of such reported...
During a Minnesota DWI Stop, Can a Driver Choose Which BAC Test to Take?
The simple answer is: very rarely. However, a choice is available as between blood or urine tests, if one is offered by the arresting officer. Because they provide fast results, the majority of Minnesota drivers are offered a breath test. This test, which is different...