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Is Grand Theft Auto a Felony in Minnesota?
In the state of Minnesota, any theft of a vehicle results in a felony charge of grand theft auto (GTA). Grand theft auto is part of the state’s broader statute related to theft, which refers to taking of someone else’s property. If you’ve been charged with grand theft...
What Is Grand Theft Auto?
The term grand theft auto has entered the public consciousness as the title of a wildly popular video game series. In the State of Minnesota, grand theft auto also refers to a felony that involves the theft of a vehicle that can result in significant legal...
Can Fraud Charges Be Dropped in Minnesota?
Fraud amounts to the false representation of material facts with the intent to deceive another person into engaging in an action that leaves that person harmed. Fraud charges are very serious but proofing that the fraud has been committed can be difficult to prove....
What Is Fraud?
In the state of Minnesota, what is considered fraud covers a wide range of other crimes. Within those other crimes, there is also a wide range of actions that can qualify as fraud. While every fraud charge is based on unique circumstances, the consequences you’ll face...
Is Fraud a Federal Crime?
In the broadest sense, fraud refers to intentionally deceiving another person in order to benefit yourself or someone else. Fraud becomes a federal crime when the actions take place across state lines or violate federal legal codes. The penalties associated with...
What is Domestic Violence?
Domestic violence is not a single named crime. Rather, it is a designation that is attached to a series of offenses committed between family members or romantic partners. Adding this designation allows prosecutors to seek additional penalties for the defendant. Even...
How to Beat a Disorderly Conduct Charge in Minnesota
Being charged and convicted of disorderly conduct might not seem initially like a big deal. After all, it is just a misdemeanor. Compared to other convictions, the legal consequences are not that severe. What’s often overlooked is that being convicted of disorderly...
