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

What Happens to Marijuana-related Criminal Records Now That it Is Legal in Minnesota  As of August 1, 2021, in the state of Minnesota, certain marijuana-related offenses are no longer considered illegal under state law. The passage and implementation of The Adult-Use Cannabis Act have resulted in changes to how marijuana-related criminal records are handled. Under...Read More

How Can I Get A DWI Expunged in Minnesota? How to Remove a Driving While Impaired Conviction From Your Record The Minnesota Department of Traffic Safety says one out of seven licensed Minnesota drivers has at least one DWI  (sometimes called a DUI) on their record. If your record shows a DWI/DUI conviction, you can...Read More

What Should I Do if My Child Is Being Tried as an Adult? When Can a Juvenile Be Tried as an Adult? Children under 14 are not tried as adults in Minnesota. However, if your child is over the age of 14, there’s a possibility they may be tried as an adult. The type of...Read More

In Minnesota, Can A Juvenile Be Tried As An Adult? Under Minnesota law, children under the age of 14 are considered legally incapable of committing crimes. If a child is over the age of 14, the juvenile can be tried as an adult in Minnesota. If they are accused of a dangerous offense and/or has...Read More