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.
Date: August 2020
Case: Threats of Violence
Attorney: Michael Brandt
Result: Mike’s client was charged with Felony Threats of Violence, Felony Fourth Degree Assault, Violation of a DANCO, and Misdemeanor Domestic Assault from the city of Richfield in Hennepin County. Mike negotiated a resolution which involved his client pleading guilty to Threats of Violence and Misdemeanor Domestic Assault, however, the Threats of Violence charge was sentenced as a Gross Misdemeanor, avoiding a felony. As a part of the resolution, Mike was able to negotiation the dismissal of his client’s unrelated Misdemeanor Domestic Assault charge, which stemmed from a separate incident. Mike’s client will avoid a felony conviction and serve no jail time.
Date: July 2020
Case: DWI and Domestic Assault
Attorney: Michael Brandt
Result: Mike’s client was charged with 4th Degree DWI and in Misdemeanor Domestic Assault in Dakota County. Mike’s client was proactive at addressing the underlying issues of the offense, which put Mike in a good negotiating position. After negotiating with the prosecutor, Mike was able to secure dismissal of his client’s Domestic Assault charge.
Date: July 2020
Case: Domestic Assault
Attorney: Danielle Peden
Result: Dani’s client was charged with Misdemeanor Domestic Assault in Anoka County. After investigating the matter, Dani discussed the legal issues in the case with the prosecutor. She was able to negotiate with the prosecutor and get her client a stay of adjudication for Disorderly Conduct. This means that Dani’s Client pled to Disorderly conduct, but the Court did not accept the guilty plea. As long as her client follows the conditions set by the Court, the case will be dismissed.
Date: July 2020
Case: Domestic Assault
Attorney: Danielle Peden
Result: Dani’s client was charged with Misdemeanor Domestic Assault in Anoka County. Based on the circumstances of the case, Dani believed a positive disposition was possible. Dani was able to negotiate a stay of adjudication for her client. This means that if Dani’s client follows certain conditions set by the Court, the case will be dismissed. Dani was able to help her client accomplish their goal of avoiding a conviction, as well as jail time.
Date: June 2020
Case: Misdemeanor Domestic Assault
Attorney: Danielle C. Peden
Result: Dani’s client was charged with Misdemeanor Domestic Assault in Anoka County. Dani reviewed the State’s evidence and gathered information on the incident. The incident was fueled by alcohol and following the incident, the client received treatment for alcohol abuse. During negotiations, Dani emphasized the steps her client had taken to address any underlying issues. The negotiations led to a favorable result for the client, the Prosecutor agreed to a continuance for dismissal – meaning that the charges will be dismissed as long as the client continues with treatment and does not commit any same or similar offenses. Dani was able to accomplish her client’s goal of avoiding a conviction, and resolving the matter efficiently.
Date: May 2020
Case: Domestic Assault
Attorney: Nicole Kettwick
Result: Nicole’s client was charged with Domestic Assault after an incident occurring in Anoka County. Nicole interviewed witnesses, disclosed evidence to the prosecutor, and prepared for trial. After reviewing Nicole’s information, the State decided to outright dismiss the case.
Date: March 2020
Case: Felony Domestic Assault by Strangulation
Attorney: Michael J. Brandt
Result: Mike’s client was charged with Felony Domestic Assault by Strangulation after an incident occurring in Hennepin County on July 17, 2019. Mike was successful in negotiating a resolution for a Gross Misdemeanor reduced charge. Mike’s Client was required to serve no jail time and minimal house arrest. This also allows his client to be eligible for an expungement (sealing of the records) in a couple of years.
Date: January 2020
Case: 1st Deg. Burglary; Felony Domestic Assault by Strangulation; Interference with an Emergency Call
Attorney: Danielle C. Peden
Result: Dani’s client was accused of assaulting an individual in Anoka County. The allegations involved strangulation, a violation of a no contact order, and multiple injuries. After a successful probable cause challenge for both felonies, Dani was ultimately able to obtain a dismissal of the case. This resolution allowed Dani’s client to avoid a criminal conviction and made them immediately eligible to apply for an expungement.
Date: September 2019
Case: Misdemeanor Domestic Assault
Attorney: Michael J. Brandt
Result: Mike Brandt’s client was charged in Hennepin County with two counts of misdemeanor domestic assault after an alleged incident with a significant other. After reviewing the evidence and obtaining an affidavit from the involved parties, the case was dismissed. This allowed the client to keep his record clear of criminal convictions.
