Domestic Violence

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...

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...

You’ve been convicted of domestic assault in Minnesota; now what? If you’re a gun owner, you’ve probably done some research about how this particular offense will impact your ability to possess a firearm. Along the way, you’ve likely seen many confusing, and often conflicting, accounts. For example, a person convicted of a misdemeanor domestic assault is prohibited from possessing a firearm...