MN Sex Crimes: How To Beat the Charges

The charge for sex crimes are some of the most serious you can have in Minnesota. Not only do you face time in prison, but also the requirement to register as a sex offender in some cases. This factor can significantly impact your life even after incarceration.

The key to avoiding all the negative things of being convicted of a sex offense is not to get sentenced in the first place. When accused of a crime, you have a right to defend yourself in court, so the best thing you can do is fight back and beat the charges to the best of your ability.

Not sure where to start? Here are a few things you can do to ensure [...]

Is There a Statute of Limitations on MN Sex Crimes?

In Minnesota, prosecutors aggressively pursue sex crime cases to bring those who commit them to justice. Their work was aided last year by the lifting of the statute of limitations on sex crimes in the state.

As of September 2021, sexual contact and sexual conduct crimes in the first through the fourth degree in the state have no statute of limitations. What does this mean, and how can it impact a sex crimes case that you may be involved in? Read on to find out the answers to these questions and more!

A statute of limitations is the amount of time prosecutors have to bring charges against a person for a crime. After the [...]

Surprising Charges That Can Make You a MN Sex Offender

In general, those who are convicted as sex offenders face many obstacles in society. They are seen as the worst of the worst, and people assume a lot about a person simply because their name is on a sex offender registry.

Many people mistakenly assume that child pornography or child rape are the charges that lead to sex offender registration. However, the truth is that, in Minnesota, there are many different types of crimes that can land you on the sex offender registry.

While this registry is crucial to the safety of the public, it’s time that people truly understood the less serious offenses that can land your name on the sex offender list. Read on to find out about [...]

MN Bad Samaritan Law: You Have a Duty to Report

Most people are familiar with the idea of a Good Samaritan. You know, a person who helps another when they’re in trouble, like someone who stops to help after a car wreck or helps a stranded mother to change her flat tire. Laws in many places protect Good Samaritans from prosecution for their good deeds.

But what about Bad Samaritans? By contrast, a Bad Samaritan is one that has the legal duty to assist a person in need, either through direct interventions or by letting the proper authorities know of the situation – or both.

In sex trafficking cases, there are a lot of Bad Samaritans. These people may directly benefit from sex trafficking or patronizing prostitutes who have been [...]

MN Revenge Porn: What You Need to Know

Minnesota become one of many states in which revenge porn is illegal in 2016. Since then, there has been an uptick in the prosecution of cases involving revenge porn.

What happens between two consenting adults is not the business of the law, which is why some people may find revenge porn laws confusing. After all, if the content was made with consent, you can do what you want with it, right? No, you can’t.

It’s important to understand revenge porn laws in Minnesota so you don’t find yourself in legal jeopardy due to confusion or misunderstanding. Read on to find out all you need to know about Minnesota’s revenge porn laws and what penalties can be faced if you are [...]

What Evidence is Needed to Prove Criminal Sexual Conduct in MN?

If you’re accused of criminal sexual conduct in Minnesota, a potential conviction can alter your life forever. In addition to criminal penalties, you can also face the requirement to register as a sex offender, which can impact where you live and where you are allowed to work – even places you are allowed to visit for leisure.

Here’s what you need to know about criminal sexual conduct in Minnesota and what evidence is used to secure a conviction in the state.

In the state, criminal sexual conduct is divided into five potential degrees. You can be accused of one of the following depending on the alleged activity that took place:

First Degree

Minnesota Has No Statute of Limitations for Sexual Assault

Sexual assault doesn’t always happen like it’s portrayed in movies and on television. Sometimes, victims don’t come forward for years, for a variety of reasons. Until recently, many survivors of sexual assault missed the window to bring charges against those who assaulted them, but that has now changed.

A new law has made it possible for victims of sexual assault to report their assault and have it prosecuted any time after it occurred. Previously, Minnesota residents had only a few years to take action with the exception of those who were children at the time of the assault. Now, anyone who commits sexual assault in Minnesota can be prosecuted for it – at any point in their lives.

Here’s what [...]

Snapchat Use Sends MN Man to Prison for Sex Crimes

 On September 7, 2021, a Minnesota man pleaded guilty to producing sexually explicit images and videos of a minor. The man contacted a 9-year-old girl on Snapchat. He then lied about his age in order to get her to send him sexually explicit material. He admitted to soliciting similar material from more than twenty minors.

The Minnesota man will face sentencing on January 4, 2022 for serious sex crimes against a minor. Under 609.352 of Minnesota statutes, he could be required to pay up to $5,000 in fines and spend up to three years in prison.

Here is what you need to know about Minnesota laws around Electronic Solicitation of Children to Engage in Sexual Conduct.

Under Minnesota state [...]

Can a Minnesota Sex Crime Be Expunged From Your Record?

For many in Minnesota who have been convicted of a crime, a fresh start sounds like a great idea. The law recognizes this, which is why some crimes can be expunged from your record in the state under certain circumstances.

However, there are some crimes that can never be expunged from your record in Minnesota, including sex crimes. That’s why a robust defense against sex crimes charges is always the best option, so a conviction doesn’t follow you around for the rest of your life.

Here’s what you need to know about sex crimes in Minnesota, possible penalties, and crimes that can be expunged in our state.

Here in Minnesota, sex crimes such [...]

Minnesota Sex Crimes: Your Frequently Asked Questions

Being arrested for a sexual conduct offense in Minnesota is a difficult and alarming situation to go through. You may have many questions about being arrested and what that can mean for your future.

In Minnesota, there are several consequences that can occur when someone is charged with a sexual conduct crime. Several factors play a role in charges and penalties of these crimes, and that often leaves people with numerous questions.

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about sex crimes in Minnesota to help you understand what these types of charges mean and how they can impact your future.

In Minnesota, different degrees of criminal sexual conduct encompass many [...]