Criminal Law Blog
Sexting and Minnesota statutes
Smartphones have changed the way people in Minnesota interact with the world, and some would argue that the transformation has not been completely positive. Regardless of public opinion, the technology is in the hands of most people, including teenagers. MPR News...
Re-Affirming the Definition of Constructive Possession
The Minnesota Court of Appeals, in State v. Hunter, ordered a new trial due to an erroneous jury instruction that too broadly defined the meaning of constructive possession. The court held that a person constructively possesses a controlled substance when the person...
Minnesota lawmakers tackle drug sentencing reform
People from all walks of life and demographics can face drug charges in Minnesota. The so-called war on drugs has led to overcrowding in prisons without much impact on overall drug abuse, as this blog discussed in March. At that time, legislators were considering a...
Exoneration and compensation in Minnesota
Sometimes new evidence comes to light after a person has been convicted of a crime and is serving time in prison. This evidence can lead a Minnesota court to reverse the original judgment. Those who are falsely convicted can never regain the years of their life that...
What you should know about stalking
When most people in Minnesota think of terrorism, they may not think about the activities of a person suffering from unrequited love. After all, movies and television have glamorized this type of behavior, portraying those who watch their crushes or their exes from a...
How to get a DWI without driving
As an adult in Minneapolis, drinking alcohol at social events may not be a problem for you. However, how you find your way home after a few drinks could cause an issue under some circumstances. In fact, even if you are not driving, a law enforcement officer could...
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