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State Supreme Court upholds law restoring voting rights to felons upon release from incarceration

HCD Attorney Debbie Lang provided live commentary on the Apple River stabbing case sentencing along with Fox 9's Paul Blume. Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9TqcKxdd10

Congratulations to the *seven* HCD attorneys who were named a 2024 Super Lawyer or Rising Star!

What is a question you have always wanted to ask a criminal defense attorney?

The criminal justice system has always had a complicated relationship with science.

www.sciencenews.org

We have become aware of a new scam occurring in the Twin Cities area.

People are being contacted via written document or phone notifying them that they are being fined for failing to appear for jury duty. The caller may even be impersonating a law enforcement officer. Commonalities with this scam require the person to provide cash for their fine and to not end the phone call with the scammer until they have reached the specified meeting destination.

Be on the lookout for this scam, and especially watch out for your older family members and friends.

We don't know if anyone loves pens as much as lawyers do.

Why hide your ankle monitor when you can accessorize it?

Anna Sorokin Accessorized Her Custom Cream Suit Dress with a Sparkly, Monogrammed Ankle Monitor for Court Anna Sorokin, aka Anna Delvey, wore a monogrammed ankle monitor and custom SHAO ensemble while out and about in New York City.

HCD got to turn the "not guilty" light on heading into the long weekend! Congratulations to Christina and Eric for obtaining an acquittal in a Second Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct case.

Jurors are still deliberating.

Fox9 spoke with HCD's Eric Nelson for insight on the legal requirements of self defense in Wisconsin.

Apple River stabbing: Trial set to begin Monday A man charged with stabbing multiple tubers on the Apple River in St. Croix County, Wisconsin, is finally ready to stand trial nearly two years later.

Remember, in Minnesota you can now legally possess up to 2 ounces of ma*****na in public. (Up to 2 pounds in a private home.)

‘Stoner eclipse’: 420 Day this year is a palindrome that won’t happen again for 1,000 years

Throwback to 2014 when the Pioneer Press featured our firm in this article about the work of defense attorneys. We STILL give our best for our clients, even in the worst of situations.

Even for the very worst, defense attorneys swear to give their best They defend drunken drivers, advocate for suspected rapists and child abusers. They have stood alongside murderers and argued vigorously for their release. They fight for the innocent and the guilt…

Attorney Lucas Dawson is a warrior for her child protection clients and has been continuing the fight for what may be one of the most important Minnesota cases for parental medical decision-making rights.

Converging Rights and Duties: The Minnesota Court of Appeals’ Decision in Matter of Child of M.E.P. Saint John Paul the Great argued that the common good “is that point where rights and duties converg...

"A person who is 21 or older can transport, possess or use cannabis paraphernalia legally now, and can possess or use up to 2 ounces of cannabis in a public place and up to 2 pounds in a private residence."

https://www.startribune.com/cannabis-pets-privacy-what-you-need-to-know-about-renting-and-the-new-2024-laws/600331835/?fbclid=IwAR2bbmF6k4Y9THAVFS4RksGi_esOu8bpUNRg14TngOoarNpvGgh7LvrbM5o

Cannabis, pets, privacy: What you need to know about the new 2024 laws and renting Most of Minnesota's newest rental laws take effect this month.

Under recent legislation, whiskey plates are not required for those enrolled in the ignition interlock program. In can get tricky navigating the DWI laws - but that's where we come in to help!

https://www.startribune.com/whiskey-plates-special-registration-dwi-driving-while-intoxicated/600313610/?fbclid=IwAR0MJt2ypjqDlLexVyiqVKOgnAS2B_PUuzadW24bySgKkHmgtF1BFWfnvXo

Why do some cars in Minnesota have 'whiskey plates'? Few other states require certain drivers to display these special license plates.

We hope to see more changes coming with ma*****na legislation.

Federal Scientists Recommend Easing Restrictions on Ma*****na In newly disclosed documents, federal researchers find that cannabis may have medical uses and is less likely to cause harm than drugs like he**in.

We love when our clients share their experiences with our firm!

"Lucas Dawson is absolutely phenomenal. Experienced, smart, professional, ethical, moral, collaborative, energetic personality, and she listens. She works collaboratively, so clients know that what she may miss, someone else on her team will catch. The legal research department is unmatched. Full-stop. On a more personal note, I have known Ms. Dawson for a little over ten years now, and her superpower is that she listens to people. I am thankful to know her, and she will continue to be an inspiration to me. If you see this, thank you Lucas

We have an attorney available to answer your urgent calls 24/7 - even on Christmas.

Hennepin County is taking a problem-solving approach to address juvenile justice in the courts.

https://www.startribune.com/how-to-prevent-juveniles-offenders-from-committing-new-crimes-hennepin-county-state-legislature/600324076/?fbclid=IwAR0xor0TxcuT0aCwnvS3RH7hg7A6WxH7-aQIMoIAGMwoonozxUEuuVR-W5U

With juveniles committing more serious crimes, these Hennepin County and state leaders are seeking new solutions A group of local leaders and law enforcement officials will make recommendations to the Legislature in February.

Veteran’s Court is a problem solving, alternative court offered to veterans facing qualifying criminal charges. The veteran is often able to obtain reduced penalties as a result of participating in mental and/or chemical health treatment under court supervision. Many of our veteran clients have chosen to participate in Veteran’s Court with excellent results. 👏🏽

https://m.startribune.com/vets-court-helps-minnesota-veterans-make-the-most-of-second-chances/600323685/?clmob=y&c=n&fbclid=IwAR3jtNYhF7abMA7-i6_FHTnheP-34hOqPUEzTdrDbmPmH3JUXyav4A0Alm0_aem_AUBcS27diZraFdV1aYEZwrEdgI3nh5yYdjwcMGiFO9OVcr1AN7Dz2xMfAVViUvXQMgo

'Vets court' helps Minnesota veterans make the most of second chances Program offers troubled veterans a chance to rectify their mistakes.

MEET THE ATTORNEYS: ZACH GRAHAM

Prior to joining Halberg Criminal Defense, Zach Graham worked at the Public Defender’s Office for Minnesota’s First Judicial District in Scott and Carver Counties. He later worked within several City Attorneys’ Offices prosecuting criminal cases in Dakota, Carver, Scott and Hennepin Counties. Zach also gained experience representing clients in out-state Minnesota, when he worked for a private law firm in Mankato, Minnesota defending clients facing a wide range of criminal charges.

Zach has lived in Minnesota since attending the University of Minnesota for his undergraduate degree. In his spare time Zach coaches and officiates youth hockey and is an avid sports fan, golfer, and outdoorsmen.

https://halbergdefense.com/attorney-graham.html