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As a criminal defense attorney practicing throughout Minnesota’s 87 counties, I keep a close watch on developments that may impact my clients. This week, two seemingly unrelated news stories caught my attention, each highlighting a different, yet equally important, facet of our state’s justice system. In Mankato, officials broke ground on a new, state-of-the-art Bureau… Read more »

As Minnesota continues to embrace the new era of legalized cannabis, recent headlines are filled with exciting developments. The state is formalizing its market, recently signing a cannabis compact with the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe, the third such agreement with a tribal nation. Simultaneously, cannabis testing facilities are expanding and preparing for the anticipated… Read more »

Facing a DWI charge in Minnesota can be an incredibly stressful and overwhelming experience. The flashing lights in your rearview mirror, the field sobriety tests, and the final breath test can make you feel like a conviction is inevitable. For years, the results from the DataMaster DMT breathalyzer machine have been treated as near-irrefutable scientific… Read more »

If you’re facing a DWI charge in Minnesota, your mind is likely racing with questions about fines, potential jail time, and the impact on your driver’s license. One of the most significant and disruptive consequences many people face is the requirement to enter and complete Minnesota’s Ignition Interlock Program (IIDP). As a Minnesota DWI criminal… Read more »

As your dedicated DWI defense attorney, I believe an informed client is an empowered one. This week, two major developments in Minnesota law have significantly altered the landscape for every driver in our state. Understanding these changes is not just academic; it’s crucial for protecting your rights on the road. Let’s break down what’s happening… Read more »

Every week, we see headlines about high-profile criminal cases that capture the public’s attention. Recently, a notable development occurred in the case against Luigi Mangione, the man accused in the killing of United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby. A New York judge dismissed the most severe charges against him—those related to terrorism. While the murder charge… Read more »

As a criminal defense attorney, I’ve seen how quickly a life can be upended. Most people go about their days believing they’ll never need someone like me. They follow the rules, pay their taxes, and do their best to be good citizens. But sometimes, in a single moment of panic or poor judgment, everything changes…. Read more »

Hello everyone, and welcome back to the weekly blog. This week, a monumental decision came out of a California federal court that, while seemingly about national politics, strikes at the very heart of the work I do every day defending the rights of citizens here in our community. A federal judge ruled that the former… Read more »

As August draws to a close, Minnesotans from every corner of the state are flocking to Falcon Heights for that cherished annual tradition: the Great Minnesota Get-Together. The State Fair is a time for pronto pups, prize-winning livestock, and reuniting with friends and family. This year, as you wander through the crowds on your way… Read more »

A story that captured the attention of many in the Twin Cities recently was that of Antonia Aguilar Maldonado, a mother of two young U.S. citizen children who was taken into ICE custody and faced the terrifying possibility of being deported. After a community rallied behind her and a legal battle ensued, a judge ordered… Read more »