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In Minnesota, a number of different sex crimes require a convicted person to register as sex offender. The state has strict sex offender registration requirements. A person who fails to comply with the sex offender registration requirements found in MN Statutes § 243.166 can face serious criminal penalties. In this article, our Mankato sex crimes defense lawyer provides an overview…
If you were arrested for a sex offense, it is imperative that you consult with an experienced defense attorney right away. Along with the strict criminal penalties, sex crimes carry a deep stigma. A conviction could follow you for decades, or even longer. In Minnesota, sex crimes convictions often require registration as a sex offender. Here, our Mankato sex crimes…
Being accused of a sex crime is a serious allegation. However, in some cases accusations may be entirely false and invented for the purposes of expressing jealousy, revenge, anger, or for obtaining custody of children in a divorce case. Even if the accusation is false, an individual may face severe penalties brought forth by the State of Minnesota. Such penalties include…
Sexting Charges in Minnesota In Minnesota, it is a crime to create, possess, and distribute child porn. If evidence suggests that an individual possesses or distributes sexually illicit photos of a minor, criminal charges will likely ensue. Those convicted of sex crimes often face prison time, heavy fines, and the possibility that he or she will be required to register…
Mental Illness as a Defense The defense of not guilty by mental illness or by reason of insanity is rarely raised in Minnesota, and when it is, its success is not likely. Studies estimate that the defense of not guilty by reason of insanity is only raised in 1% of criminal cases. Of that 1%, only 25% of cases are…
Entrapment Although an entrapment defense can be a very effective way to defeat many types of criminal charges, for the defense to be valid, it must contain two elements. First, the defendant must prove through evidence that the crime was induced by law enforcement. The second element of entrapment is the lack of the defendant’s predisposition to commit the crime.…
A registered sex offender often reside in neighborhoods with unsuspecting neighbors. According to 2016 Minnesota statistics, Mankato has only two registered sex offenders, but there are 118 registered sex offenders living in “nearby” Minneapolis neighborhoods. Sex Crimes in Minnesota According to the Minnesota Department of Corrections, over 90 percent of all convicted sex offenders know their victims prior to sexual…
Drug violence and alcohol violence are on the rise in Minnesota. The presence of drugs or alcohol can place men, women, and children at risk of experiencing an assault. It is estimated that alcohol plays a factor in up to 40% of all violent crimes, including rape and sexual assault. Recent studies conducted by the Department of Justice indicate that…
Young men can be branded as sex offenders based on a single accusation or the doubtful recounting of inebriated witnesses. There are several variables involved in drunk sexual assault. This is true whether you are on the job, a college student, or in the military. An accuser may be absolved of all blame if they are drunk. However, a student…
As the old adage informs there is certainly an industry for sexuality. In Mankato it would appear that the industry is thriving based on recent police crackdowns. Public outrage about prostitution dates back to the days of yore but prostitution wasn’t regulated much until The Mann Act of 1910. Even with the United States Congress’ involvement the law was primarily…