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Minnesota Petty Theft and Other Theft Laws
Minnesota criminal statutes list a number of specific actions that, when committed, would constitute the offense of theft.
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Shoplifting Charges in Minnesota
Shoplifting in Minnesota is a crime with serious penalties, including potential fines and jail time. In addition to facing criminal penalties, shoplifters can be sued by merchants in civil court to recover damages.
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Driving on a Suspended License in Minnesota
Minnesotans’ 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.
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Minnesota Minor in Possession (MIP) of Alcohol Laws and Penalties
In Minnesota, it is illegal for any person younger than 21 years old to consume an alcoholic beverage (with some exceptions, see below). It is also illegal in most situations for any minor to purchase, attempt to purchase, or possess an alcoholic beverage with the intent to consume the alcoholic beverage.
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Possession of a Controlled Substance in Minnesota
All states regulate and control the possession of controlled dangerous substances (CDS), though each differs in its exact definition of CDS and the penalties for sale. Minnesota classifies not only well-known drugs like marijuana, heroin, and cocaine as CDS, but also the compounds used to manufacture them.
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Marijuana possession, sale, and manufacture are regulated by both state and federal law. In Minnesota, marijuana is classified as a Schedule I substance, which means that it has a high potential for abuse and no generally recognized medical value.