Nursing Professional Licensing Standards

Recently, Governor Dayton signed a new law changing or tightening the standards for licensing nurses by the Minnesota Nursing Board.  The legislation was spurred by complaints that the Nursing Board has been too lax in dealing with nurses who, for example, had been accused to being addicted to drugs, stealing drugs, convicted of felonies, or lying about past criminal convictions.  Members of the Nursing Board serve for four-year terms, and the Governor appoints the members of the Board.  Recently, the terms of four members expired and Governor Mark Dayton appointed four new members to try to get the Board to act more “strictly” against nurses.

These legislative enactments highlight the importance of Professional Licensing.  Keller Criminal Defense Attorneys has represented professionals in various criminal cases, including doctors, lawyers, nurses, physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, etc.  Max A. Keller and Keller Criminal Defense Attorneys has also represented doctors, nurses, insurance agents, etc. in Professional Licensing actions before the Board of Nursing, the Board of Physical Therapy, the Department of Commerce (which licenses insurance agents), etc.  Many professionals find that the threat to their professional license is more important than anything that could happen to them in a criminal case, etc.  If you are a professional facing professional licensing action, contact an experienced Minnesota Professional Licensing Attorney right away.

Max Keller has won countless jury trial cases involving misdemeanors and felonies, sex crimes, and DWI’s. He is a member of the Minnesota Society for Criminal Justice, which only allows the top 50 criminal defense attorneys in the state as members. Max is a frequent speaker at CLE’s and is often asked for advice by other defense attorneys across Minnesota.

Years of Experience: Approx. 20 years
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How a DWI Affects CDL Holders in Minnesota

Commercial motor vehicle drivers arrested or charged with driving while impaired (DWI) may need to know how a DWI affects CDL holders in Minnesota. You will lose your Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) for at least a year if you are convicted of DWI for the first time, and forever after a second conviction. The consequences go beyond the immediate legal implications of a DWI conviction. A CDL suspension or revocation will lead to job loss, difficulty finding employment, and serious financial challenges.

How a DWI Affects Rideshare Drivers in Minnesota

Knowing how a DWI affects rideshare drivers in Minnesota allows you to take the right steps to protect your license and livelihood. A DWI conviction will lead to suspension or cancellation of your driver’s license. Once you lose your license, you will be ineligible for a work permit required to work for rideshare companies as a driver. You may also face jail time, fines, or ignition interlock device (IID) installation, depending on the seriousness and number of related offenses on your record.

Can Police Search Your Phone Without a Warrant in Minnesota?

People under criminal investigation or whose phones have been seized by law enforcement officers may ask, “Can police search your phone without a warrant in Minnesota?” It’s illegal for police to search your phone without a warrant. However, there are exceptions to the warrant requirement. These exceptions include when you consent to the search, someone’s life is in danger, or there is an immediate risk of evidence destruction.