Author: Leverson Budke

With a unanimous verdict, Leverson Budke Criminal Defense, won a MN Supreme Court 2nd Amendment case in unconventional fashion by implementing a scarcely used order called a Writ of Mandamus. The Writ of Mandamus is not commonly used because it is considered to be an “extraordinary remedy”. The US Attorney’s office says it should only be used in times of “peculiar emergency” or “exceptional...

Leverson Budke to Argue Gun Rights Case Before the Minnesota Supreme Court “I’m going to take this all the way to the Supreme Court!” It’s a familiar refrain in legal disputes, but it’s not an idle threat when you are represented by Leverson Budke. We will tenaciously defend your rights, even if it means taking the case all the way to the highest court, just like we did in this Minnesota...

Leverson Budke is a law firm based in Eagan Minnesota knowledgeable in all aspects of MN domestic assault laws and criminal defense. But today we are talking about a particular form of domestic assault that can have severe consequences: domestic assault by strangulation. If you are accused of domestic assault by strangulation you need to speak to one of our domestic assault by strangulation...

Many media outlets are reporting an increase in domestic assault claims since March 25, when Governor Tim Walz issued a statewide shelter at home order in response to the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic. This spike in domestic violence claims is being reported all across the nation.  Spouses that may have already been estranged are forced to shelter in place together and tempers can flare. It...

Getting stopped for Driving While Intoxicated (commonly known as DWI) can be a frightening experience. But getting stopped is just the beginning. What follows can be equally daunting. MN DWI laws can be strict and complicated. Will I lose my license? For how long? Will I still be able to drive to work? What will this mistake cost me? Most frightening of all, do Minnesota DWI laws include the...

If you have been charged with a crime, finding a top MN criminal defense attorney can seem just as hard as finding a needle in a haystack. Since most people don’t have much experience hiring a Minnesota criminal defense lawyer, we decided to give your our top tips for finding the best MN criminal defense lawyer. Keep these tips in mind when you are interviewing lawyers about representing you,...

Being convicted of a DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) under Minnesota law can be a traumatic experience. But the requirement that your automobile or other vehicle be fitted with what are commonly referred to as “Whiskey Plates” under Minnesota Whiskey Plates law can add to the trauma. Minnesota whiskey plates law can be difficult and often seemingly unfair. This is particularly true if you are...

Are DWI and DUI the same thing? There is a distinction between DUI vs DWI in Minnesota. “DWI” stands for Driving While Intoxicated. A DWI charge means someone was driving a motor vehicle while having a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of over 0.08.  Conversely, DUI stands for “Driving Under the Influence.” This charge means a person was driving a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol. A...

If you have been charged with 2nd Degree DWI in MN, it is essential that you understand  the difference between 2nd degree DWI in Minnesota and other classification levels. When police charge a Minnesota driver with Driving While Intoxicated (commonly known as DWI), the driver faces fines, license suspension or revocation, and even jail time. The state may also confiscate the vehicle and...

What is a gross misdemeanor in Minnesota? Under the law, a gross misdemeanor in MN falls between the less serious misdemeanor and the more serious felony. The stakes are high: up to one year in jail and a fine of up to $3,000. In addition, you may be called to provide restitution to the victim(s) where appropriate, as well as community service, and counseling. As we detail below, a conviction...