How Bail Differs in Federal Court

One of the major differences between state and federal court proceedings is that there is no system of bail or use of bondsman for temporary release. Instead, there is a separate pretrial release [...]

Understanding Minnesota’s Stay-at-Home Order

Governor Tim Walz has extended Minnesota’s stay-at-home order until May 4 (from April 10), incorporating more limiting social distancing plans for the state. Minnesota residents are directed to [...]

AAA Services Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic

Nearly everything has been impacted by Minnesota’s Stay at Home order, including state courtrooms. To reduce the spread of COVID-19, Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice Lorie Gildea released a [...]