Category: Sex Crimes
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Five Warning Signs of a Sexual Predator to Watch For
The safety of our kids is of utmost importance, and the prevalence of sexual predators targeting them is a sobering reality. Sexual predators often employ manipulative tactics, seeking not only sexual contact but also control and dominance. In some instances, they specifically target children, making it imperative for parents and guardians to be vigilant. Recognizing…
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Is Sexual Assault a Misdemeanor or a Felony in Minnesota?
Facing an accusation of sexual assault in Minnesota is a daunting situation requiring a clear understanding of your rights under the law. The classification of a sexual assault charge as either a gross misdemeanor or a felony carries significant legal implications, affecting everything from the potential consequences to how your lawyer may approach the case.…
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What Are Penalties for Sex Crimes in Minnesota?
In Minnesota, it’s not uncommon for a local community to be shaken up when they hear the news of a high-profile arrest for a sex crime. This event, while unsettling, brings to light an important and often misunderstood aspect of criminal law in Minnesota – the penalties for sex crimes. The consequences of being convicted…
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Can You Be Accused of Sexual Assault Years Later?
Unlike many other states, Minnesota presently does not necessarily have a strict statute of limitations for sexual assault cases. In other words, it is possible to be arrested and charged with a sexual assault many years after the crime was allegedly committed. Most sexual assaults are prosecuted as felonies, and those convicted often face severe…
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What You Need to Know About False Accusations of Sexual Assault
Being falsely accused of a crime as serious as sexual assault can be extremely frightening. While you may be feeling helpless and unsure of what your options are, there are several things you should know about how to handle a false accusation of sexual assault. While it may feel easy to panic, when you work…
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How Your Cell Phone Can Prove Your Innocence in a Minnesota Sexual Assault Case
In Minnesota, the term “criminal sexual conduct” encompasses sexual assault and general sex crimes that are prosecuted in the same manner. However, while they are prosecuted the same, the degrees and punishments of criminal sexual misconduct cases differ depending on the circumstances. It is up to the prosecutor to show beyond a reasonable doubt that…
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Is “Sexting” Illegal in Minnesota?
Sending and receiving sexually explicit photos and videos through electronic means, commonly referred to as “sexting,” has become a common occurrence in this country. Many states across the US have passed laws regarding sexting, though Minnesota has not. However, that does not mean a person will not get in trouble for sexting, particularly if one…
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Degrees of Sexual Assault and Their Punishments in Mankato, Minnesota
Many people do not realize that there are various types of sexual assaults that can take place. The term “sexual assault” is broad and can mean different things. The type of charge a person faces depends on the circumstances of the crime that was allegedly committed. In Minnesota, sexual assault is usually a felony or…
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Can I Take a Rapist to Court Even After They’re Convicted?
Sexual assault is a heinous crime that often has a lasting impact throughout a victim’s life, from lasting mental health issues to therapy costs and feelings of embarrassment and shame. Victims can seek justice for their assault through a criminal prosecution, but this might not be enough to provide a sense of resolution. In these…
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Minnesota Senate Closes Marital Rape Loophole
In April 2019, the Minnesota Senate took a unanimous vote to close a loophole in the state law that made it impossible to file rape charges against one spouse within a marital relationship. Prior to the new vote, a spouse could not press charges against another spouse for alleged rape if the couple was married.…