Our criminal defense law firm is based in the Minneapolis St Paul metro. We have successfully represented clients throughout the Twin Cities and providing the best defense against a wide range of criminal charges. Our defense areas include:
- DWI or DUI & Criminal Vehicular Homicide
- Theft & Burglary
- Bank, Mortgage Fraud & Embezzlement
- Drug Possession & Sales of Meth, Marijuana & Cocaine in Minnesota
- Assault, Battery & Domestic Assault
- Rape & Criminal Sexual Conducts
- Manslaughter & Murder Charges
We've handled hundreds of criminal cases – both as prosecutors and defense lawyers. We give our clients the best legal representation by resolving the cases through plea negotiations and the dismissal of charges, or we help you fight the charges in the courtroom. Our attorneys know the Minnesota justice system inside-out, with extensive experience as former prosecutors and public defense attorneys. For all your criminal defense needs, please contact: Minnesota Criminal Defense Law Firm
Call: (612)-789-2100
Criminal Law FAQs in Minnesota:
What is a guilty plea?
A guilty plea is an admission that you committed a criminal offense. The effect of a guilty plea admits all the criminal facts alleged and waives your right to defend yourself. No additional facts are needed to reach a verdict. A plea of guilty waives all but jurisdictional objections, impermissible sentence objections, and the objection that no offense is charged. It entirely relieves the prosecution of the burden of proving any facts.
Can I enter into a plea agreement?
A plea agreement, or plea bargain, is an agreement with the prosecuting authority regarding a case. An accused may or may not have the option of entering a plea agreement with the prosecuting authorities. The prosecutor may not want to enter a plea agreement. There are different types of plea agreements. The most common is a plea agreement for a particular sentence. In this situation, the judge may accept or reject the agreement. The agreement will not bind a defendant if rejected and they can withdraw their guilty plea. Then, your lawyer will take the case to trial.
Other types of plea agreements include the prosecuting authority’s recommendation and an agreement not to oppose your request for a particular sentence. These types of plea agreements are not binding on the court, and a defendant cannot withdraw their guilty plea. The court could impose a more severe punishment.