Here’s What You Should Know About Harassment Order Penalties in Minnesota  Restraining order violations can have serious consequences. Even false allegations that are later disproven can have a big impact. If you are subject to a restraining order, it’s important that you take it seriously and get legal help as soon as possible.  In our...Read More

Can You Attend a Court Hearing in Minnesota To Support a Friend or Family Member? Going to court can be intimidating. Whether you’re filing a lawsuit, responding to one, or simply in court as a witness or observer, you probably have a lot of questions about what to expect.  Here’s some guidance from our team...Read More

Here’s What You Should Know When You’re Getting Ready To Go to Court People go to court for many reasons, and not everyone knows what to expect. The uncertainty can feel overwhelming.  One of the best ways to calm your pre-court anxiety is to prepare properly and to speak with your lawyer. Here are some...Read More

Avoid These 9 Common Mistakes When Expunging Your Criminal Record  Expunging a criminal record can be life-changing if it goes smoothly. Unfortunately, it’s common for people to make mistakes and encounter roadblocks during the process. This can delay your expungement by weeks or years.  To achieve all the benefits of expungement as soon as possible,...Read More

5 Ways Expunging a Criminal Record Can Benefit You A criminal record can affect every aspect of your life, from where you can live to where you can work. Luckily, in Minnesota, you may not be stuck with a record forever. Our state offers some petitioners the option to have their criminal records expunged.  Here’s...Read More

Learn What To Expect From a Plea Bargain in Minnesota You might have heard of a plea bargain in a criminal case. But what is it, really? And should you take one if it’s offered? Here’s some key information from the criminal defense lawyers at our Elk River law firm. In some criminal cases, prosecutors...Read More

Examining Changes in Law Enforcement Practices Police reform is the process of changing the policies, procedures, and practices of law enforcement agencies to improve their effectiveness, accountability, and fairness. It can encompass various issues, including using force, community engagement, training, recruitment, and transparency. The goal of police reform is to create a police force that...Read More

Here’s What to Expect On Minnesota’s Legal Cannabis Journey in 2024  It’s been a year since adults became legally able to possess cannabis in Minnesota, but the retail market is still relatively small. As Minnesota develops a licensing structure, we’ll likely see the market grow. Here’s how changing laws are affecting cannabis businesses and users...Read More

Here’s What to Expect When You Go to Court in Minnesota—and After Court Is Done Navigating Minnesota’s criminal justice system can feel overwhelming, especially when you don’t understand the process or what may be coming next. Here’s some guidance on trials and sentencing from the criminal defense team at our Elk River law firm.  The...Read More

Here’s What You Need to Know About Legal Weed in Minnesota When it comes to marijuana laws, a lot has changed in our state in the last few years. Here are some key things you should know about Minnesota cannabis laws and their implications. Minnesota has taken steps in cannabis legalization, but it remains an...Read More