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September 2020

September 29, 2020
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Are All Felonies Serious?

Criminal charges in North Dakota are divided into two categories: misdemeanors and felonies. Felony charges are more serious than misdemeanors, but are all felony allegations serious matters? Is it important to have a criminal defense attorney, even if your felony charges seem relatively minor? The answer to both of these […]
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September 21, 2020
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Don’t Risk it: Protect Your Finances From Coronavirus Complications

Many Americans spend a lot of time and effort in managing their finances. While most are worried about how the coronavirus (COVID-19) will impact their income—whether that’s because they are temporarily furloughed, find themselves suddenly without a job, or watching their investment and retirement accounts dwindle—there is another way COVID-19 […]
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September 17, 2020
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Can You Call a Lawyer Before You’ve Been Charged? ??‍♂️?‍♀️

Many people assume that the time to call a criminal defense attorney is after a prosecutor issues criminal charges against you. However, many people can benefit greatly from calling the right attorney before they have been formally charged. The following are some examples of when this might be the case.  […]
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September 1, 2020
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How a Minor Drug Charge Can Have a Major Impact on Your Future

A first offense of simple possession of a controlled substance is a misdemeanor charge in North Dakota. If convicted, you will likely face fines and probation. While jail time is possible, first-time offenders are often able to avoid extended time behind bars with the help of an experienced criminal defense […]
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