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What does a Minnesota Felony Mean?

A Minnesota felony means that a crime is punishable by at least one year and one day in prison. Many crimes carry the weight of a Minnesota felony. Some common Minnesota felony crimes include: criminal sexual conduct, driving while impaired (four DWI’s in ten years), theft of $1,000.00 or more, murder, and drug possession. Some Minnesota felonies also carry a life in prison sentence.

Murder Charge for Bemidji Man Who Shot Neighbor Girl

Chad Pickering was charged with attempted first-degree murder in Beltrami County. Pickering shot at a 17 year old girl over a lawn mower. He allegedly shot her three times after she told him to stop riding his lawn mover through her yard.

What You Need to Know about Gun Laws in Minnesota

With an increasing number of states enacting new gun laws, such as conceal-and-carry laws, many people are wondering about status of Minnesota gun laws. Minnesota is one of just a few states without a constitutional provision regarding gun ownership, and because it does not permit conceal-and-carry, permits are required to openly carrying a firearm.

Legalized Prostitution Leads to Fewer Rapes in Rhode Island?

According to the Washington Post's recent analysis, Rhode Island accidentally legalized prostitution for several years.  This was due to a drafting mistake when the Rhode Island Legislature revised part of the prostitution laws.  According to a study cited by the Post, rape crimes when down when prostitution was legal in Rhode Island.

Federal Drug Indictment for FedEx

FedEx has just been hit with a federal drug indictment for allegedly illegally transporting prescription medications. FedEx has denied the charges.  If convicted, the corporation could face a fine of $160 billion dollars. The federal drug indictment charges stemmed from internet pharmacies selling illegal pills.

What makes a crime a felony offense in Minnesota?

A Minnesota man took his motorcycle out for a ride one day and wound up with a felony. According to WTAQ, the man told law enforcement that his speedometer was not working, which is why he was driving 146 miles per hour. He was also passing vehicles by using the lane with oncoming traffic.