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Criminal Defense Resources

Minnesota Criminal Defense Resources

These guides explain how criminal charges, penalties, and the court process work in Minnesota, written in plain language. We add to this library over time, so check back as new guides are published.

A Guide to Minnesota Sentencing

What happens after a conviction in Minnesota state court. This guide walks through the sentencing hearing, presentence investigation reports, sentencing worksheets, the Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines grids, criminal history scores, departures, mandatory minimums, probation, prison versus local jail, restitution, victim impact statements, jail credit, and conditional release.

Read the sentencing guide

What Is a DANCO in Minnesota?

How a Domestic Abuse No Contact Order works in Minnesota: what counts as a violation, the penalties, and how an order may be changed.

Read the DANCO guide

Minnesota Controlled Substance Crime Degrees

How Minnesota classifies first- through fifth-degree drug crimes, including possession and sale thresholds and penalties.

Read the drug degrees guide

What Happens After a Domestic Assault Arrest in Minnesota?

What happens after a domestic assault arrest in Minnesota: booking, the 36-hour rule, release, bail, and DANCOs.

Read the arrest guide

If you are facing charges in Minnesota and want to talk to a lawyer, contact Lundgren & Johnson. We answer calls 24/7 at (612) 767-9643.