Minnesota Traffic Lawyer - Affordable

If you're facing a Traffic ticket charge in Minneapolis or St. Paul --- you could be facing the loss of your driver's license, your clean driving record and/or increased insurance rates.  If you have questions about how to properly handle matter such as this --- talk with an experienced Twin Cities Traffic Attorney today who can help you fight that traffic ticket and keep it from becoming a bigger problem.  
 

Contact the Rolloff Law Office to speak to an experienced Minnesota Criminal Defense Lawyer.  We have represented 1000s of professional drivers and ordinary people who are facing charges after a DWI/Traffic arrest in Minnesota.

We defend first time and repeat offenders on Drunk Driving charges and Minnesota Traffic violations --- including:

• Driving with a Suspended/Revoked license;
• Driving without Insurance;
• Minnesota Speeding tickets and other moving violations;
• Reckless or Careless driving;
• School bus stop arm violations;
• Juvenile traffic offenses.

Not Planning on Coming Back to Minnesota?

The Rolloff Law Office represents people who have only been traveling through Minnesota and picked-up a ticket for a moving violation or were arrested for DWI.  Most times, I can represent your case anywhere in the Twin Cities area and/or anywhere in Minnesota. Often you can completely avoid a court appearance. 

FREE CONSULTATION: (612) 234-1165.

Minnesota 2nd Degree DWI (Explained)

If you have spent a single second looking up Minnesota Second Degree DWI on the internet ... you are already aware that it is a very serious offense --- and that you will almost certainly face jail time if convicted of that crime.  

Criminal Consequences

If you are convicted of a Minnesota Second Degree DWI you could facing a lengthy jail consequence.  This sentence is usually split up between actual jail time and electronic home monitoring with alcohol supervision.  If you have one prior DWI conviction with a current 2nd Degree DWI charge, you will most likely be sentenced to serve 30 days in jail of which you must serve 48 hours in custody and the balance can then usually be served on electronic home monitoring.  There is no mandatory minimum jail time if you are convicted of a 2nd Degree DWI charge but do not have any prior DWI convictions.  However, because there are aggravating factors involved that led to the 2nd Degree DWI charge, you will still most likely face a request for a jail sentence from the prosecutor if convicted of that offense.  

Civil Consequences

If you're facing a 2nd Degree DWI charge ... you could also be subject to increased driver’s license revocation periods, license plate impoundment, and the potential loss of your vehicle.  This is why you should talk to an experienced Minnesota Drunk Driving Attorney. 


A Second Degree Minnesota DWI charge almost automatically triggers the seizure of your vehicle.  The arresting law enforcement agency will take your vehicle and give you notice that it intends to permanently take your vehicle from you.  If this happens, it is important to contact an experienced MN DWI Lawyer immediately.  Paperwork needs to be filed with the court in a timely manner in order to preserve your ability to challenge your vehicle forfeiture.

 
Still have questions, contact The Rolloff Law Office to thoroughly review your case and do everything possible to get your driver’s license back and help you avoid a conviction.  Call today: (612) 234-1165

Should You Hire a Scott County Criminal Defense Lawyer?

The Rolloff Law Office is a different kind of defense firm.

We get big city results with small town customer service. We know our clients by name, not by file number.  As a Minneapolis-based criminal defense law firm, our primary goal is exceptionally serving the client at an affordable cost. Our representation ranges from crisis management, situation damage control, criminal pre-charge representation during investigatory phases, and defense representation of criminal charges in state and federal courts. Minneapolis criminal defense lawyer Christopher Keyser was named a Super Lawyer Rising Star, a Top 100 Trial Lawyer, and has a Superb rating on Avvo.com. We provide representation for every type of Minnesota criminal matter including:ArsonAssault and BatteryResidential BurglaryCriminal Sexual Conduct / Sex CrimesCriminal Vehicular OperationCriminal Vehicular HomicideDisorderly ConductDomestic AssaultDrug CrimesDWI / DUI DefenseFourth Degree DWIThird Degree DWISecond Degree DWIFelony First Degree DWICareless DrivingDWI Test RefusalExpungementFederal CrimesFeloniesFraudJail and Detox ReleaseJuvenile CrimesKidnappingMilitary DefenseMurder and HomicideProbation ViolationsShoplifting / Retail TheftSimple RobberyAggravated RobberyProstitutionSolitcitationTheftWeapons CrimesWhite Collar CrimesCriminal Defense StrategiesOur approach to fighting Minnesota criminal charges is simple but effective. We don’t bring gimmicks or tricks to court – only hard work, persistence, and aggressive advocacy. In every criminal defense case, we follow the same rules and principles:Client Consultation. We want to meet you and hear how we can help. Every criminal defense case is important, whether a misdemeanor or serious felony. We listen to your story and then educate you on both the good and bad aspects of your case under Minnesota law. We’re up front and tell it to you straight.Review the Evidence. Before any decisions can be made in your case, you need to see the evidence against you – and so do we. Any evidence we obtain from the prosecution is given to you, and any defense motions or letters drafted in your case are copied to you. We provide full transparency so you are fully informed every step of the way.Create a Criminal Defense Strategy. Should you negotiate a plea deal or go to trial? Jury trial or bench trial? This depends on the evidence against you, any criminal history you may have, and the specific facts of the case. The best defense plan may include using private investigators, obtaining expert witnesses, or consulting with other professionals to make the best decisions. Either way, we’ll explore all options.Execute the Criminal Defense Strategy. We work with our clients as a team. Together we will decide the best direction for your case and work to achieve the goals we create. If the evidence against you is strong, working with the prosecutor to obtain a reduced charge, avoid jail or prison, and minimize probation conditions may be the best plan. If the evidence against you is weak, aggressively pushing the case to trial may be the best option. Either way we have the respected relationships with prosecutors, the experience, and the reputation to win.Choosing the Right Criminal Defense AttorneyOur goal is to obtain the best possible outcome for your case, whether that means avoiding jail or prison, getting a reduced sentence, or avoiding a criminal conviction on your record. Like most law firms, we like to win and we win a lot. Every person is entitled to the best representation. We offer competitive rates and reduced fees for military veterans and servicemembers. Our criminal defense cases are handled on a flat fee basis, meaning we do not bill hourly for our services. To learn more about how we can help, call our offfice at (612) 338-5007 for a free case evaluation.

Hennepin County DWIs (Explained)

If you or someone you know has been arrested for DWI or drunk driving, here are a few initial things to know:

1. Consider Contacting a Minnesota DWI Attorney 

When ever your facing a situation unknown to you, it is a good practice to bring yourself up to speed --- to get information --- before you make a decision which will (likely) have longstanding ramifications.  An experienced Minnesota Criminal Defense Attorney can ensure that your arrest is handled properly and that you receive the best result under the circumstances - including a dismissal.  If you are unsure about the process, an experienced drunk driving lawyer can help you understand the process and make you aware of your options.

2. Consider Challenging the License Revocation

As part of most Minnesota DWI arrests, the accused may have their driver’s license revoked, their license plates impounded, and/or their vehicle forfeited. If you want to challenge these things, you need to file, in a timely manner, paperwork with the court.  In addition, the time to file these challenges is limited to between 30 and 60 days. If this seems like something you might need help with --- consider contacting a lawyer.  

3. Be Proactive

Most DWI convictions will include - as part of the criminal sentence - certain obligations, including: a chemical dependency evaluation and attmedence at a MADD Victim Impact Panel.  If you do those things before the judge orders you to do that ... you maybe able to earn a better outcome for your case by a more open minded DA and judge who'll see that you are "working on the problem."

If you are facing a Minnesota DWI, DUI, or drunk driving charge, call The Rolloff Law Office for a free consultation at (612) 234-1165.

What Will Happen in Court (Explained)

I understand that the optimal result for anyone charged with a crime is to see it dismissed or in the alternative to have a judge or jury find them not guilty.  However, there are those times - whether it's that the State's case is a strong one or a client just wishes to not have a trial  and to be done with the whole affair - that I am tasked with answering one of the most difficult questions an experienced Minnesota Defense Attorney has to hear: "If I (have to) plead guilty - is there anything that can be done to lessen how that will look on my record?"

How Do I Plead Guilty?

As a former prosecutor and as an experienced Minnesota Criminal Defense Attorney, I know that proper representation can have a huge impact on limiting the impact that a "guilty" plea will have on an individual's record.  Believe it or not, there are a number of alternative dispositions (short of a plea of a straight-up "guilty" plea) that are used to conclude cases everyday in courts throughout the state.  Some of these options include:

I.   Certification of an Offense as a Petty Misdemeanor 

The answer to the question: when is a crime not a crime - is when that crime/offense is charged as and/or reduced to a Petty Misdemeanor. According to statute,  petty offenses do not constitute crimes.  Therefore, if say the Misdemeanor you were initially charged with is later reduced to a Petty Misdemeanor - at any date in the future if you are ever asked if you have been convicted of a criminal offense - as it concerns that offense - you can truthfully answer "no."

II.   Stay of Adjudication

Under a stay of adjudication, an individual admits to facts in court that would support a conviction; however, instead of accepting the plea, a judge (after an agrrement has been reached with the government) withholds a finding of guilt, for a period of time, usually on the condition that that individual do (or do not do) certain things.  If you sufficiently comply with those conditions, the matter will ultimately be dismissed and the plea will be vacated.

III.   Continuance for Dismissal (and/or Without a Plea)

This outcome is similar in form to a Stay of Adjudication - insofar as the ultimate result could end up being a dismissal; however, instead of setting forth facts that would support a conviction, the government usually agrees to end its prosecution after a certain period of time - provided that the offender pays some prosecution/court costs and/or is not charged with any same or similar type offenses before that time period expires.

IV.   Stay of Imposition: 

For more serious offenses, like Felonies, an individual may plead guilty (or even be found to be guilty;) however, instead of sentencing him/her on said Felony - judges can stay imposition of the sentence for a period of time on certain terms and conditions. If the individual complies with those terms, their Felony "conviction" could ultimately be reduced to/designated a Misdemeanor.  As such, all the collateral consequences that go along with a Felony conviction should not be a factor in your life going forward.

V.   Diversionary Programs

Certain cities and counties have programs in place that allow individuals to avoid a conviction if they agree to participate and comply with the terms of these classes. An example would be if someone successfully completed traffic school - a moving violation would be dismissed.

Remember, you all too often only get one chance to fix stuff like this.  Get help today - a FREE CONSULTATION is only a phone call away.  Call the Rolloff Law Office: (612) 234-1165