Date: October 2020
Case: 5th Degree Assault
Attorney: Nicole Kettwick
Result: Nicole’s client was charged with 5th Degree Assault in the City of Hopkins in Hennepin County. However, with the client’s proactive steps, Nicole was able to negotiate a “continuance for dismissal.” If Nicole’s client successfully completes all the conditions of the agreement, then the case will dismissed in less than one year. With Nicole’s assistance, the client avoided a conviction on his record, and he is also eligible for an expungement
Date: October 2020
Case: 5th Degree Assault, Domestic Assault, and Disorderly Conduct
Attorney: Michael J. Brandt
Result: Mike’s client was charged with 5th Degree Assault, Domestic Assault, and Disorderly Conduct in Washington County. As part of his preparation for the case, Mike utilized an investigator to interview witnesses to clarify what happened and Mike had his client do some proactive steps to show that this was an isolated incident. Based on this information, Mike was able to negotiate a “continuance for dismissal,” which means if Mike’s client successfully completes all the conditions of the agreement, the case will be dismissed in a year. Mike’s client not only avoids a conviction on his record but is also eligible for an expungement.
Date: October 2020
Case: Domestic Assault by Strangulation and Domestic Assault
Attorney: Michael J. Brandt
Result: Mike’s client was charged with Felony Domestic Assault by Strangulation and Misdemeanor Domestic Assault in Anoka County. Mike pointed out inconsistencies in the alleged victim’s story and presented the prosecutor with video evidence contradicting the alleged victim’s story. Based on this, the prosecutor reduced the charge to disorderly conduct and the prosecutor dismissed the other charge. Mike’s client was sentenced to no jail time, a small fee, and one year of probation. However, once Mike’s client paid the fee, then he was discharged from probation.
Date: September 2020
Case: Gross Misdemeanor DWI
Attorney: Michael J. Brandt
Result: Mike’s client was charged with Gross Misdemeanor DWI in Hennepin County. This was the client’s fourth DWI, and second within 10 years with a very high alcohol reading. Mike’s client was facing a mandatory 90 day sentence but with the client’s proactive steps, Mike was able to negotiate a resolution with the State where Mike’s client was sentenced to 60 days on electronic home monitoring and four years of probation.
Date: September 2020
Case: Misdemeanor DWI
Attorney: Michael J. Brandt
Result: Mike’s client was charged with two DWI Misdemeanors in Anoka County. This was the client’s third DWI, and with a high alcohol reading. However, with the client’s proactive steps, Mike was able to negotiate a resolution with the State where Mike’s client pled to one count and the prosecutor dismissed the other. The judge accepted the plea agreement between Mike’s client and the State and Mike’s client was sentenced to no jail time and one year of probation.
Date: September 2020
Case: Allegations of Criminal Sexual Conduct
Attorney: Michael J. Brandt
Result: The Stearns County Sheriff was investigating Mike’s client for allegations of sexual abuse. Mike was able to get involved before charges were filed and he utilized an investigator to take statements from numerous people that were familiar with his client and the accuser. In addition, Mike was able to provide information about motives that the accuser had regarding the allegations. Mike forwarded all of this information to the investigator and to the county attorney. Once the county attorney reviewed all the information, they declined to press charges against Mike’s client.
Date: September 2020
Case: Fifth Degree Drugs Sale and Possession
Attorney: Michael Brandt
Result: Mike’s client was charged with six felony drug charges stemming from the execution of a search warrant at his client’s house. Up until trial, the State had insisted on Mike’s client being convicted of a felony for this offense. However, based upon Mike’s preparation and investigation, the State agreed to allow Mike’s client into a diversion program which allows his client to have the charges dismissed after one year as long as his client stays out of trouble and does community work service. This will also allow Mike’s client the opportunity to have the information from this charge expunged.
Date:September 2020
Case: Gross Misdemeanor DWI
Attorney: Michael J. Brandt
Result: Mike’s client was charged with two DWI Gross Misdemeanors in Anoka County. This was the client’s second DWI within 10 years with a very high alcohol reading. However, with the client’s proactive steps, Mike was able to negotiate a resolution with the State. Mike’s client pled to one count and the other count was dismissed. The client avoided serving active jail time, and instead, was sentenced to 30 days on electronic home monitoring and three years of probation.
Date: September 2020
Case: Gross Misdemeanor DWI
Attorney: Michael J. Brandt
Result: Mike’s client was charged with two Gross Misdemeanor DWIs in Beltrami County. Mike raised several legal issues and was able to negotiate a resolution where his client would not serve any jail time. Mike was also able to convince the judge to sentence this charge as a Misdemeanor, reducing the charge from a Gross Misdemeanor to a Misdemeanor.
Date: August 2020
Case: Domestic Assault
Attorney: Nicole Kettwick
Result: Nicole’s client was charged with Misdemeanor Domestic Assault in the city of Champlin in Hennepin County. The incident was fueled by alcohol, her client took proactive steps to address this issue and Nicole believed she would be able to obtain a favorable resolution. Nicole was able to negotiate with the prosecutor and secure a continuance for dismissal for her client. If Nicole’s client follows the conditions set forth by the Court, after 1 year, the charges will be dismissed.