Minnesota Criminal Law Basics: Classification of Crimes, Statute of Limitations, and Criminal Records
Minnesota Criminal Law Basics: Classification of Crimes, Statute of Limitations, and Criminal Records
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Minnesota Misdemeanor Crimes by Classes and Sentences
In Minnesota, misdemeanors are categorized as gross misdemeanors, misdemeanors, and petty misdemeanors. Learn the various penalties and sentencing options for these offenses.
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Minnesota Felony Crimes by Class and Sentences
Minnesota defines a felony as any crime punishable by a year or more and up to life in prison. Do all felons end up in prison? Learn how felony sentencing works in Minnesota.
DUI, Driving & Alcohol Related Crimes
DUI, Driving & Alcohol Related Crimes
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Driving on a Suspended License in Minnesota
In Minnesota, your driving privileges may be suspended or revoked for a range of criminal convictions, driving offenses, and civil issues. It is illegal to drive while your Minnesota license is suspended or revoked. If you do, you may be charged with a crime.
Theft-Related Crimes
Theft-Related Crimes
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Minnesota law prohibits taking a car without the owner’s permission. Learn about the various conduct that constitutes theft in the state.
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Minnesota Felony and Misdemeanor Theft
Learn how quickly theft can add up to a felony in Minnesota.
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Burglary and Criminal Trespass in Minnesota
A conviction for burglary can result in felony penalties, including prison time and fines. Learn about Minnesota's laws and penalties for burglary and trespass-related crimes.
Drug Possession and Sale
Drug Possession and Sale
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Possession of a Controlled Substance in Minnesota
A person who illegally possesses a controlled substance or its compounds can face serious criminal penalties, including lengthy terms of imprisonment, substantial fines, restrictions on firearm possession, and severe immigration consequences.
Harassment, Bullying and Violent Crimes
Harassment, Bullying and Violent Crimes
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Cyberbullying Laws and Penalties in Minnesota
Minnesota criminalizes cyberbullying through its harassment and stalking laws, which apply to any available technology.
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Minnesota Assault Laws and Penalties
Assault penalties range anywhere from a misdemeanor to a 30-year felony. Learn how Minnesota classifies and penalizes assault crimes.
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Minnesota Domestic Violence Laws
Domestic assault in Minnesota involves physical harm or threat of harm against family and household members. The law takes domestic assault seriously with arrest policies, jail holds, possible prison time, and firearm restrictions.
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Disorderly Conduct in Minnesota
Learn about Minnesota's laws and penalties prohibiting acts that disturb the peace, such as disorderly conduct, unlawful assemblies, and riots.
Sex Crimes
Sex Crimes
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Minnesota's Sexting Laws for Teens and Minors
Minnesota has not enacted laws specifically aimed at teen sexting, so teens in Minnesota who engage in sexting can be prosecuted and punished for serious crimes.
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Statutes governing Minnesota's age of consent, associated criminal charges, available defenses, and penalties for conviction.