by Kevin Sieben | Mar 23, 2026 | Criminal Defense Attorney, DWI / DUI, Kevin Sieben
Yes. And after August 2025, the stakes of that arrest are higher than most people realize. Minnesota has never required a breath test to support a DWI arrest or conviction. Probable cause is the standard at the roadside, not a number on a machine. But a major overhaul...
by Kevin Sieben | Mar 9, 2026 | Criminal Defense Attorney, Kevin Sieben, Traffic Violations
In Minnesota, a hit and run is defined as a driver’s failure to stop, exchange information, and provide assistance after a vehicle collision. Under Minnesota Statute § 169.09, the penalties are tiered based on the outcome of the crash: Property Damage: Typically, a...
by Kevin Sieben | Mar 2, 2026 | Criminal Defense Attorney, Kevin Sieben, Minnesota Protest Rights Series, Uncategorized
Why Use-of-Force Cases Follow a Different Legal Process Than Civilian Arrests In the wake of recent shootings involving federal ICE agents and the subsequent protests in Minneapolis, a common frustration has emerged within our community. Many residents ask: “If...
by Kevin Sieben | Feb 23, 2026 | Criminal Defense Attorney, Kevin Sieben, Minnesota Protest Rights Series, Uncategorized
Is It Legal to Provide Assistance to Immigrants Targeted by ICE in Minnesota? In the current climate of heightened federal enforcement across the Twin Cities, many Minnesotans are asking a fundamental question: Can I help my neighbor? Whether it is a faith-based...
by Kevin Sieben | Jan 22, 2026 | Criminal Defense Attorney, Kevin Sieben
If police collect evidence illegally, can the government still use it against you? In many cases, the answer is no. That protection comes from the exclusionary rule, one of the most important principles in American criminal procedure. For people facing charges in...
