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Penalties for Threats of Violence Conviction
This charge is taken very seriously in Minnesota. If you are convicted of the charge “Threats of Violence” in the first degree, you will face up to five years in prison and/or up to a $10,000 fine. Second-Degree Threats of Violence has the potential of three years in prison and up to a $3,000 fine. Finally, a Third-Degree Threats of Violence conviction comes with up to one year in prison and a $3,000 fine.
In addition, there are the secondary consequences of being convicted of a crime involving the potential for violence. An individual charged and convicted of this crime may be ostracized by their community, lose their job, and more.
How to Avoid Getting a Threats of Violence Conviction on Your Record
To avoid all the negative repercussions of a Threats of Violence conviction, you must work with an adept Minnesota Criminal Defense attorney who has experience with this type of case. You may be able to use one of several defenses to bring about a positive outcome for your case.
First, the context of the threat is vital. The prosecution needs to prove either intent or reckless disregard to secure your conviction, so it’s important to consider all the factors at play at the time the alleged threat was made – for example, what is the relationship between the parties? What consequences or effect did the exchange of words have on the victim? Was there alcohol involved?
Second, you may be able to successfully prove that the threats you made were in self-defense if another party had threatened you with assault. Your threats may have been effective in discouraging the other party from beginning a physical altercation; if so, make sure to mention this to your lawyer when discussing the case in detail.
Threats of Violence Lawyers in Minnesota
Sieben Edmunds Miller’s Minneapolis Criminal Defense Lawyers and St.Paul Criminal Defense Lawyers can assist you in overcoming your Threats of Violence charge in Minnesota. We have the experience needed to analyze the details of your case to come up with the perfect defense strategy, and we will see your case through to the end. Give us a call to begin – our number is (651) 994-6744.
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