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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Minnesota on
Q: Can firearm rights be restored, even if an expungement is not possible?

Is an expungement available for a conviction under 609.222 (assault 2nd degree)?

Can firearm rights be restored, even if an expungement is not possible?

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answered on Mar 13, 2024

In Minnesota, expungement may be possible for a conviction under § 609.222 Assault in the 2nd Degree in certain limited circumstances. However, even if expungement is granted, it would not automatically restore firearm rights.

Expungement eligibility depends on the specific facts of the...
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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for Minnesota on
Q: Can you open carry an AR with you conceal and carry permit?

I have been looking through so many sites and can’t seem to get a reliable answer everything seems to contradict.

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Mar 6, 2024

Honestly, I'm not sure if you would be permitted to do so. But I would suggest that things that might be legal aren't necessarily smart to do. Law enforcement is going to be all over you if you are out wandering around open carrying an AR-15 or similar type long gun. Rightly or... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for Minnesota on
Q: Can you open carry an AR with you conceal and carry permit?

I have been looking through so many sites and can’t seem to get a reliable answer everything seems to contradict.

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answered on Mar 6, 2024

The rules around open carrying an AR-style rifle with a concealed carry permit can indeed be complex and vary widely from one jurisdiction to another. Generally, a concealed carry permit applies to handguns and does not automatically grant the right to openly carry rifles or other long guns. Each... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Business Law, Federal Crimes and Criminal Law for Minnesota on
Q: Is it illegal to make fake money if it is clearly fake?

I want to make 1:1 hand drawn copies of US currency, and present them as an artwork. I wouldn't be attempting to make them realistic, I would only be drawing them with cheap markers on green copy paper. I want to know if it would be illegal to sell the artwork if somebody was interested in... View More

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answered on Feb 25, 2024

Creating hand-drawn copies of U.S. currency, even if not intended to be used as real money, can navigate a fine line legally. Under U.S. law, reproducing currency with the intent to deceive is illegal. However, the law allows for the creation of illustrations of currency under specific conditions,... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Civil Litigation and Federal Crimes for Minnesota on
Q: A Verizon employee accepted money to print my private phone records and give them to an estranged BF without my consent.

What are my options for filing a lawsuit against Verizon because one of their employees conspired with and accepted payment from my abusive ex boyfriend for the release of numerous pages of my private cellphone records knowing that my ex boyfriend was not on my account and had no authorization to... View More

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answered on Jan 13, 2024

If you believe that a Verizon employee conspired with your abusive ex-boyfriend to release your private phone records without your consent, you may have legal grounds to pursue a civil lawsuit. Here are some steps to consider:

1. Consult an Attorney: Start by consulting with an attorney who...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Federal Crimes, Identity Theft and Landlord - Tenant for Minnesota on
Q: Do any lawyers go up against corporations

Everything I experienced against me were literally federal crimes I’ve tried year after year to get help no one helps.. it’s all about money power and if you have niether than these corporations and legal system law enforcement court system get away with being corrupt including a fbi Agent

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answered on Dec 5, 2023

Yes, there are lawyers who take cases against corporations, even in instances involving complex matters like federal crimes, identity theft, and issues with the legal system. These cases can be challenging, but there are attorneys who focus on civil rights, corporate accountability, and similar... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Minnesota on
Q: Permit to carry while living in a school zone. How may I exit my property without breaking the law?

The area around my house is within the "1000 Feet" outline in Federal law. Other than being in a vehicle, what exceptions can be made for me exiting my property with a firearm without breaking this law?

Susanne  Eltamimi
Susanne Eltamimi
answered on Jan 23, 2023

I agree with Sarah's answer. You can exit your property safely by keeping the firearm unloaded and locked inside a firearms rack inside your vehicle while you are still within 1,000 feet proximity of the school. You can also carry the firearm within 1,000 feet of a public school as long as the... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Minnesota on
Q: Permit to carry while living in a school zone. How may I exit my property without breaking the law?

The area around my house is within the "1000 Feet" outline in Federal law. Other than being in a vehicle, what exceptions can be made for me exiting my property with a firearm without breaking this law?

Sarah Gad
Sarah Gad
answered on Jan 23, 2023

That is an excellent question.

The Federal law that you speak of (18 U.S.C. §§922(q); 921(a)(25)) does indeed prohibit possession of a firearm that is within 1,000 feet of a public or public school, but it does NOT apply to possession of a firearm on private property that is NOT part of...
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1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law, Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Minnesota on
Q: Hi I'm 18 turning 19. I want to get a gun for target shooting but have had a history of anger when younger ages 4-14

So when I was younger I was diagnosed with low levels of autism and fasd but was before they knew I had adhd and they says that's the real reason I was like that according to state law In Minnesota and federal law you can't own a gun if you've been adjudicated as a mental defect by a... View More

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Nov 28, 2022

You should speak directly with an attorney about these issues. On first reading, it doesn't sound as if you would have any legal prohibition on owning or possessing a firearm, but you don't want to put yourself in a bad situation. A legal forum is no substitute for speaking directly... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes for Minnesota on
Q: Can I sue for lack of propable cause file 73-CR-22-7977 dismissed ,gross misdemeanor theft?

The charge placed me on probation and can I sue Dicks Sporting Goods where the video was obtained?

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Dec 4, 2023

As you know, the sporting goods store didn't file charges or put you on probation. A case for malicious prosecution or alike isn't easy to win. Finding an attorney could be difficult. Being placed on probation may not add up to much in damages ($.)

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Criminal Law for Minnesota on
Q: How likely is jail time for a first offense felony property destruction in Minnesota?

My friend got served for felony level property destruction of a vehicle, his court date is coming up and I know he's going to be charged. But how likely is it that will come with jail time?

He poured beer in the oil of a truck and it blew the engine. The friends he was with also did a... View More

Thomas C Gallagher
Thomas C Gallagher
answered on Jul 16, 2023

We would need more information to be able to answer that. For example, the question is listed under "federal crimes." Federal crimes are more likely to result in lengthy prison terms that Minnesota state court crimes. When I get a criminal charge dismissed, or an acquittal, my client... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Gov & Administrative Law for Minnesota on
Q: Can having a 609.72.1 disorderly conduct conviction on my record ban me from having guns federally?
Sarah Gad
Sarah Gad
answered on Jun 12, 2023

No, a person with a 609.72.1 conviction for disorderly conduct alone will not cause you to forfeit your Second Amendment rights to own a firearm. If you don't have any other convictions (especially felony convictions) you should still be eligible to have a firearm.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Minnesota on
Q: If someone brandished a loaded magazine at me instead of their actual firearm... would they still be guilty of a felony?

I feel like they would be because "brandishing" isn't necessarily tied to a firearm as far as I could tell.

Thomas C Gallagher
Thomas C Gallagher
answered on Apr 27, 2023

If you threaten some on with a weapon capable of causing harm, that could expose you to the possibility of facing a criminal charge. Since a magazine is not a weapon or capable of causing harm, it's difficult to imagine a scenario where a person holding a magazine could be the basis for an... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Minnesota on
Q: Can a cop touch and hold a gun in the air after he found it during a body only warrant?

It was hiding in a laundry basket and he was only there for a body only warrant

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Aug 16, 2022

Can they do that? Sure. But how they handled the gun might effect whether it was contaminated for DNA testing purposes.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Minnesota on
Q: How.many.years.can.you.get for a felon in possession of a firearm? It was a AR-15 gun and this happened on the red lake

Happened on red lake Indian reservation

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Jul 22, 2022

The defendant is looking at 5 years in state court. The sentence could be even longer if the defendant is charged in federal court.

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for Minnesota on
Q: Iv made a mistake that can cause me 5years in jail how can I prove to the judge and prosecutor I’m a good person
Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Jul 2, 2022

First get an attorney. Don’t represent yourself. Your attorney can help to minimize any consequences that you might be facing here.

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury and Federal Crimes for Minnesota on
Q: What type of lawyer do I need for catching a stalker?
Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on May 5, 2022

This is something law enforcement would help with. Call the relevant authorities.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Minnesota on
Q: i was driving my friends car and got charged with pos. of controlled substance, if i pass a drug test can i beat charge

I was driving freinds car he was with got pulled over charged me with dui and 3rd deg. Pos. In prohibited zone..i gave blood sample and was clea...pos was for a syringe the found in shifting compartment under case around shifter

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Feb 2, 2022

The results of the blood test are completely irrelevant as to whether they can charge you with possession of the syringe. They are unrelated to each other. You should get an attorney to represent you on the possession charge. It is at least a gross misdemeanor, maybe even a felony. Do not... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes and Criminal Law for Minnesota on
Q: Can I be charged with a felony possession over in Germany without a trial for coming up dirty on a drug test in the mil

Back in 02 I came up positive on a drug test.. I was brought in to Cid headquarters and they said that I was gonna have a felony on my record... then they kicked me out... but I think it was a cover for something they thought I did but couldn't prove

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Dec 20, 2021

This question needs to be asked in a military law forum or in a Germany criminal law forum. Minnesota law would not apply to this situation.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Minnesota on
Q: How can I get my gun rights back?

My felony drops to a misdemenor when probation is completed. My probation will be complete in the next 3 months and want to know if i can purchase and own firearms or not, or if I can have my rights restored

Jonathan Matthew Holson
Jonathan Matthew Holson
answered on Aug 23, 2021

That depends what you were convicted of and whether it is a crime of violence. The question is impossible to answer without that information.

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