A common concern of our clients is what will happen at their first court appearance. Routinely, our answer is “not much”. The purpose of a first appearance in any gross misdemeanor or felony case is… Read more »
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Sharply Divided Court Rules on Application of New Drug Laws
Minnesota’s 2016 Drug Sentencing Reform Act was passed by the legislature with an overarching objective: severely punish high level drug distributors and offenses that involve violence or the potential of violence and lessen the punishment… Read more »
DWI and “Physical Control” – What it Means
We’re commonly asked how it can be that a person may be convicted of a DWI crime for merely sitting or sleeping in their parked vehicle. It seems counter-intuitive that a person commits a crime by… Read more »
In Jail for the Weekend (Or More) – Minnesota’s 36-Hour Rule
It is not uncommon for those arrested for DWI and other crimes in Minnesota to spend time in jail before formal charges are filed. When a police officer arrests a person without a warrant –… Read more »
An Out of Court Article on Hearsay
Today, we had an article published in Minnesota Bench & Bar on the topic of hearsay. You can read the full text of the article below. An Out of Court Article on Hearsay An out of court… Read more »
Texting While Driving in Minnesota: A Primer on the Law
Texting While Driving in Minnesota: A Primer on the Law Texting while driving is a topic that has been in the news a lot lately. Recent months have borne witness to some devastating consequences resulting… Read more »
It’s Patio Season… Don’t Ruin It With A DWI
It’s Patio Season… Don’t Ruin It With A DWI By David R. Lundgren It’s spring in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area and us northerners are dusting off our flip flops, donning our favorite pale-leg baring… Read more »
Defending the “Guilty”
Defending the “Guilty” By David R. Lundgren “Would you defend someone you knew was guilty?” Far and away, this is the most common question I’m asked by close friends, family, acquaintances, and anyone else who… Read more »
GETTING BACK ON THE ROAD: SEVEN ESSENTIAL STEPS TO TAKE IMMEDIATELY AFTER YOUR TWIN CITIES DWI.
YOU WERE ARRESTED FOR DRIVING WHILE IMPAIRED (DWI) The DWI situation is more common than you may believe. You might have had a couple drinks at happy hour with your colleagues, enjoyed a few beverages… Read more »
UNDER CONSTRUCTION: MN COURT MAKES ANOTHER LOGICAL CHANGE TO DWI LAWS.
The Minnesota Court of Appeals published an opinion this morning with a clear message to law enforcement: Stop misleading our citizens about what the DWI laws require of them. Everyone wants safer roads, but at… Read more »
Adam Johnson’s Latest Victory Is A Win For Client, Homeowners Alike.
The right to retreat to one’s home for comfort and security is fundamental in our society. So is the right to self-defense. When someone encroaches upon the sanctity of another’s home by entering or breaking… Read more »
Big Developments in Minnesota’s DWI Laws
Some big developments in Minnesota’s DWI laws this week. On Wednesday, the Minnesota Supreme Court issued opinions in State v. Trahan and State v. Thompson. Both cases were previously on hold while the Supreme Court… Read more »