Attorney.org has recognized the Minnesota Criminal Defense Blog as a top criminal law blog for 2009-2010. The Blog, published by defense attorney Jason C. Brown, of the Brown Law Offices, P.A. is the first of its kind in Minnesota.

Since going live in early 2008 over 17,000 unique readers have turned to the Minnesota Criminal Defense Blog for useful information, insight and commentary on criminal defense issues unique to Minnesota.

"Our goal in publishing a criminal defense blog is being realized," says Jason Brown. "I am able to reach thousands of unique readers each month and provide potential clients with much more than a name and phone number. Our blog, and web site, are packed with helpful information."

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The act of obstructing justice takes many forms. Minnesota law defines "obstruction of justice" as the the interference with the work of law enforcement, including peace officers, prosecutors and federal authorities. There are a host of crimes in Minnesota that constitute obstruction of justice:

• Escape;
• Fleeing A Police Officer In A Motor Vehicle;
• Warning A Subject of Police Investigation;
• Witness Tampering; and
• Interference With A Dead Body

An individual who: (1) escapes while in custody pursuant to a lawful arrest, in custody on a charge or conviction of a crime, or while detained on an allegation or adjudication of a delinquent act; (2) transfers to another, who is in lawful custody on a charge or conviction of a crime, or introduces into an institution in which the latter is confined, anything usable in making such escape, with intent that it shall be so used; (3) having another in lawful custody on a charge or conviction of a crime, intentionally permits the other to escape; (4) escapes while in a security hospital; or (5) escapes while on pass status or provisional discharge is guilty of criminal escape.

An individual who, by means of a motor vehicle, flees or attempts to flee a peace officer who is acting in the lawful discharge of an official duty, and the perpetrator knows or should reasonably know the same to be a police officer, is guilty of fleeing a police officer.

An individual, having knowledge that a subpoena has been issued, and with intent to obstruct, impede, or prevent the investigation for which the subpoena was issued, gives notice or attempts to give notice of the issuance of the subpoena or the production of the documents to a person is guilty of the crime of warning of police investigation.

Someone engaged in harming or otherwise threatening a witness, hoping to influence his or her testimony, is guilty of witness tampering.

Someone who interferes with the body or scene of death with intent to mislead the coroner or conceal evidence is guilty of the crime of interfering with a dead body.

Have you been charged with obstruction of justice? The Minnesota criminal attorneys with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. can help. We’ve handled thousands of cases and will fight to protect your rights. Contact us for a free consultation with one of our experienced lawyers. You can call (612) 789-2100 or submit your inquiry through our online consultation form.

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The criminal defense lawyers with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. know that it can be intimidating to be arrested or charged with a crime. This is especially true if you have never had contact with the criminal justice system. Let us help you. The stakes are high. Your freedom and future are on the line. You need a tough, reputable defense lawyer who can handle your case with confidence.

Our attorneys consider themselves first, and foremost, trial lawyers. Prosecutors know that we are not afraid of trying cases, often leading to a more favorable result. However, we frequently represent clients whose main objective is to resolve their case as quickly as possible. We respect your position and will work very hard to deliver a result that is just.

The Brown Law Offices, P.A. provides a strong defense if you’ve been charged with a crime in Minnesota. Our lawyers provide free consultations and are prepared to represent you if you face:

• DWI
• Assault
• Theft
• Arson
• Burglary
• Criminal Sexual Conduct
• Disorderly Conduct
• Drug Charges
• Domestic Assault
• Fraud
• Expungement
• Identity Theft
• Juvenile Matters
• Manslaughter
• Murder
• Obstruction of Justice
• Probation Violation
• Prostitution
• Criminal Trials, Motions & Appeals

The criminal defense team with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. are glad to provide you with information specific to criminal law in Minnesota. If you have a suggestion for a post, please contact us at your convenience. To keep up with Minnesota criminal defense issues via RSS or email, please click the appropriate link on the left side of any of our pages. To learn more about our team of criminal defense professionals, please visit us online at www.browncriminallaw.com.

The Brown Law Offices, P.A. is a Minnesota law firm that handles divorce and family cases. Located in the northwest suburbs of the Twin Cities, we represent clients primarily in Hennepin, Anoka and Sherburne County. Although, clients from throughout the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota have retained our firm.

Our attorneys are respected advocates who understand what you are going through. We take a compassionate, yet aggressive, approach to representing divorce and family law litigants. The lawyers and staff with our firm take the time to get to know our clients and understand their challenges and goals for the future. We provide services in the following key areas:

• Contested Divorce
• Uncontested Divorce
• Child Custody
• Child Support
• Property Valuation & Division
• Debt Division
• Spousal Maintenance
• Domestic Abuse
• Paternity
• Prenuptial Agreements
• Postnuptial Agreements
• Post-Decree Modifications
• Divorce & Family Law Appeals

We’ve helped clients from all socio-economic backgrounds (from union construction workers, mechanics and truck drivers to professors, doctors, accountants and engineers) through some of life’s most difficult times. Though we make every attempt to cost-effectively resolve cases through a fair settlement, we are ready to fight in the courtroom when necessary. We are experienced and effective trial lawyers who have a record of success.

We hope you find this blog beneficial. If you would like us to address any other topics, please contact us. To stay current on divorce and family issues via RSS or email, please click the relevant button on the left-hand side of any page. To learn more about our team of family law professionals, please visit us online at www.brownfamilylaw.com.

Charged with a crime? Please call (612) 294-2200 or complete the form below to speak with our attorneys. Phones are answered 24/7. We have offices in Minneapolis and Champlin.

When you retain a defense lawyer to represent you, it is important to make sure your attorney is experienced in the specific area of law applicable to your case. At the Brown Law Offices, P.A., our attorneys represent clients in a variety of criminal cases, including:

• Arson;
• Assault;
• Burglary;
• Criminal Sexual Conduct;
• Disorderly Conduct;
• Domestic Assault;
• Drug Charges;
• DWI;
• Felonies;
• Fraud;
• Gross Misdemeanors;
• Identity Theft;
• Juvenile Cases;
• Manslaughter;
• Misdemeanors;
• Murder;
• Obstruction of Justice;
• Probation Violation;
• Prostitution; and
• Theft & Shoplifting

Have you been charged with a crime? Speak with a MN criminal lawyer with the Brown Law Offices, P.A. Our attorneys have years of experience and will fight to obtain the justice you deserve. Contact us by calling (612) 789-2100 or use our online consultation form. We offer free consultations at either of our two Twin Cities locations.

WILLIAM K. BULMER II

Since beginning my career as an attorney, I have devoted my legal practice to representing individuals facing criminal charges. I began my legal studies at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, where I majored in Sociology of Law, Criminology and Deviance, with a minor in Communications. I graduated near the top of my class. My studies at the U of M provided me a deeper understanding of human behavior as it relates to the criminal justice system. After the U of M, I returned to New Orleans, Louisiana and attended the Loyola University School of Law.

During law school, I interned with the Honorable Steven Z. Lange, now retired, in Hennepin County, Minnesota. My time spent with Judge Lange provided valuable insight into the various aspects of the criminal justice system in Minnesota. Also while in law school, as a student-attorney in the prestigious Loyola Law School Clinic, I had the opportunity to represent people charged with serious felony matters ranging from repeat drug offenses, aggravated rape, armed robbery, and 2nd murder. I enjoyed great success as a student-attorney receiving outright acquittals in multiple murder cases to dismissal of charges in various armed robbery cases. I graduated near the top of my class and with the experience and know-how to handle serious felony matters that few other attorney’s see at such a young age and stage in their career.

Eventually I returned to Minnesota and soon began working for a local criminal defense firm. After nearly 3 years with the firm handling matters ranging from minor traffic tickets to 1st degree murder charges, I started my own law firm. I made the decision to start my own firm so I could provide the people of Minnesota accused of a crime the option of an outstanding legal defense at reasonable and flexible rates.

Our law firm is in the process of producing useful video segments for inclusion in our blog. The full library of videos will be posted here. Please check back soon to view these helpful clips on criminal defense issues in Minnesota.