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Minnesota Questions & Answers
Q: If I have a misdemeanor bench warrant and I move to another state what would happen?
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Minnesota on Jul 20, 2015
Answered on Aug 30, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
The arrest warrant would stay active until you are taken into custody on it. You need to get an attorney to address this warrant now.
Q: can a police officer involved in an arrest be a spouse to the county attorney?
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Minnesota on Jul 20, 2015
Answered on Aug 29, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
Yes. Do you think that police officers and county attorneys should not be allowed to get married?
Q: If i have pending charges but my probation is up before i go to court for the pending charges will it be a violation
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Minnesota on Jul 23, 2015
Answered on Aug 26, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
You have not provided enough facts here. Were the charges brought for crimes committed during probation? That is most likely a violation of probation, and you need an attorney for this.
Q: I have a old felony warrant I was unaware of. How can I resolve this?
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Minnesota on Jul 25, 2015
Answered on Aug 25, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
You have to hire an attorney for this. You did not know that?
Q: Can i fight for the reason i got pulled over for? The officer said i was sswerving and im sure that i wasnt.
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Minnesota on Jul 27, 2015
Answered on Aug 25, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
Sure, but you have to hire a private criminal defense attorney to fight.
Q: My husband got back his fingerprints and they came out clear what's next
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Minnesota on Aug 24, 2015
Answered on Aug 25, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
You have not given enough information or even the context in which the fingerprints were taken.
Q: My husband had triple-bypass and 5 days later he was sent home without a blood-thinner other than aspirin.
1 Answer | Asked in Medical Malpractice for Minnesota on Jun 10, 2015
Answered on Aug 21, 2015
Adam Studnicki's answer
I am sorry to hear about that. More information is needed to answer. Talk to a local medical malpractice lawyer, who can investigate, evaluate and advise about your legal rights and options.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is general information that is given for legal education only. It is not legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a...
Q: is it legal to tint your taillights in mn
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
An attorney would have to do research to answer this specific question. Look up the statutes on this topic.
Q: can I still press sexual assault charges after 7 years: Minnesota
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Juvenile Law for Minnesota on Aug 15, 2015
Answered on Aug 18, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
You appear to have answered the question within the facts that you gave. Go see a family lawyer about these concerns.
Q: I have warrants or warrant for violating probation but it is misdemeanors class 2 and class 3 misdemeanors I'm out of st
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Minnesota on Aug 15, 2015
Answered on Aug 17, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
You need to hire an attorney where the warrant is from. The attorney may be able to negotiate a reasonable solution to the problem.
Q: Ex seeking Chap 13. Owes me equity thru DD/P Note. If she pays me w/ proceeds from home sale can trustee sue 4 it back?
1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for Minnesota on Aug 12, 2015
Answered on Aug 16, 2015
Robert Gambrell's answer
If your ex files a chapter 13 case, the chapter 13 trustee does not pursue the collection of a preferential transfer. Instead, the chapter 13 debtor is required to pay the amount that a chapter 7 trustee would be able to pay unsecured creditors had she filed a chapter 7 case and the trustee sued you to collect the preference. In performing the "liquidation test" the debtor's attorney is able to deduct the chapter 7 trustee's fees and expenses in determining what she must pay in the chapter 13...
Q: What should I do recant my statement to police, because it was in fact not true?
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Minnesota on Aug 13, 2015
Answered on Aug 13, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
You can be charged with a crime for doing this. Get an attorney now.
Q: Can a 14 yr old girl and a 17 yr old boy date in Minnesota as long as there is no sexual activity
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Minnesota on May 26, 2015
Answered on Aug 11, 2015
Joseph A. Gangi's answer
Dating is not a crime in Minnesota. Certain sexual activity is. What you describe does not sound like it rises to the level of a mandated report. It is illegal to make a malicious or reckless false report. You may wish to consult with an attorney to address the specific facts of the case.
Q: Do you have to testify even if you are subpeoned against your spouse for domestic violence or can you pled the fifth?
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Minnesota on Jul 24, 2015
Answered on Aug 11, 2015
Joseph A. Gangi's answer
Minnesota law may prevent one spouse from testifying for or against the other, and may prevent testimony concerning marital communications. You should consult with an attorney to see if this applies to your specific situation.
Q: We are 17months behind on our mortgage. We are in banctruptcy chapter 13 and have exhausted all options repayment plans.
1 Answer | Asked in Bankruptcy for Minnesota on Jul 9, 2015
Answered on Aug 11, 2015
Terrence H Thorgaard's answer
Are you complying with the terms of your Chapter 13 Plan? In any case, the lender would first have to file, in bankruptcy court, a motion for relief from the automatic stay, and have the motion granted. Has this happened?
Q: Hi. I'm 23 years old and I live in Minnesota with my parents.
1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Minnesota on Aug 9, 2015
Answered on Aug 11, 2015
Robert Jason De Groot's answer
If you take your parents' car without consent, wouldn't that be stealing it? And wouldn't they report it as stolen? Yes, you could be arrested for theft if you steal their car. Get their consent.
Q: I have a case against an ex employer that's going to federal court. I live in Minnesota and if I move out of state
1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law for Minnesota on Aug 3, 2015
Answered on Aug 4, 2015
Adam Studnicki's answer
Probably just more of a hassle to get to the courthouse or for local proceedings. Check with your lawyer to be sure.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is general information that is given for legal education only. It is not legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents....
Q: My dog was leashed up in our front yard. A motorcycle went by and the dog broke his collar and ran into the motorcycle.
1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Minnesota on Jul 29, 2015
Answered on Jul 30, 2015
Adam Studnicki's answer
If he makes a claim for his damages, let your insurance handle it. They are obligated to defend and pay covered claims up to policy limits.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is general information that is given for legal education only. It is not legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the...
Q: If Im stopped walking the street, what are my rights?
1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights for Minnesota on Jul 24, 2015
Answered on Jul 25, 2015
Adam Studnicki's answer
Very broad question. It depends on the circumstances. Check with a local criminal defense or civil rights lawyer.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is general information that is given for legal education only. It is not legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents....
Q: what can be done when stock is purchased in a IPO but company never delivers the stock
1 Answer | Asked in Securities Law for Minnesota on May 15, 2015
Answered on Jul 21, 2015
Adam Studnicki's answer
More information is needed to answer, but this might help: http://www.sec.gov/investor/pubs/holdsec.htm