Is a Petty Misdemeanor a Crime? A petty misdemeanor is not considered a crime under Minnesota law. Minn Stat. §609.02. Are there legal ramifications for withholding a petty misdemeanor conviction when filling out a job application that asks if “you have ever been convicted of a crime”? A petty misdemeanor is not a crime under…
Need help? Contact a criminal defense attorney. Minnesota Statute § 609.595 governs the criminal punishments for property damage, specifically when an individual intentionally causes damage to the physical property of another without that person’s consent. The amount of punishment depends on the severity of the damage, and under Minnesota law, the severity of the damage…
Filing Requirements A corporation with an estimated tax of more than $500 must make quarterly payments based on its required annual payment. A corporation is not required to pay estimated taxes the first year it is subject to tax in Minnesota. Required annual payment. The required annual payment is the lesser of 100 percent of…
Every well-written lease between a landlord and tenant has covenants. Covenants are promises made by either the landlord or tenant, or sometimes both, to do or refrain from doing some specific act. One of the most obvious covenants is the tenant’s covenant to pay rent by a certain date on a regular basis. Some covenants…
This article summarizes Minnesota’s corporate farm law. This includes Minnesota’s corporate farm law’s purpose and history, allowable farm business structures and exceptions, and constitutional challenges to the law. What is Minnesota’s corporate farm law? In general, the law prohibits corporations, limited liability companies, pension or investment funds, trusts, and limited partnerships from farming, owning, or…
If you are the victim of defamation, a cease and desist letter may be an option for you. Defamation (a.k.a. Defamation Per Se) Defamation, whether written (libel) or spoken (slander), is essentially a false statement that causes harm to someone’s reputation. Defamation of a public figure is a separate type of claim. The elements of…
Q: When a company sells and ships goods from outside Minnesota into Minnesota, does the seller collect the local sales tax from his own state, or the local Minnesota sales tax? A: The seller collects sales tax according to the local Minnesota sales tax when the seller is registered with the Minnesota Department of Revenue….
Minnesota Income Tax: Minnesota collects a state income tax at a maximum marginal tax rate of 7.85%, spread across three tax brackets. Like the Federal Income Tax, Minnesota’s income tax allows couples filing jointly to pay a lower overall rate on their combined income with wider tax brackets for joint filers. Minnesota’s maximum marginal income…
Cease & Desist Breach of Contract Example The following is an example of a Cease and Desist Letter which could be sent in the event of a breach of contract. Every circumstance involving a breach of contract is different. It is not recommended that this cease and desist letter be used without first consulting an…
This Cease and Desist Letter provides a starting point for dealing with trademark issues. Every trademark dispute is unique and this trademark infringement cease and desist letter template should not be used without first consulting with an experienced intellectual property attorney. Click here for more cease and desist letter templates. When to Send a Trademark…
This Cease and Desist Letter is written from the perspective of an attorney representing a client who has been slandered. Because every case of slander is different, this cease and desist letter slander template should not be used without first consulting with an experienced defamation attorney. This template could potentially be modified to fit cases…
Defamation Cease and Desist Overview The following cease and desist letter template is for use in defamation of character claims and is written from the perspective of a Minnesota attorney on behalf of a client whose character has been defamed. This template can be modified for claims involving libel or slander. Click this link for…
Video: Learn About Cease and Desist Letters You can watch this video before you send a Cease and Desist Letter to get answers to these questions: What is a Cease and Desist letter? When should I send one? Who can send one? How detailed should I be? What does a Cease and Desist letter do?…
Conciliation Court MN | Help With Conciliation Court Conciliation Court, better known as small claims court, is available when someone wants to sue another party for $15,000 or less. Here is our most recent and comprehensive guide to Minnesota small claims court. Conciliation courts allow individuals to pursue these claims without having to hire and…
This informational post explains how nursing facilities in Minnesota are reimbursed. It includes information on how nursing facilities are reimbursed for residents on Medical Assistance (MA), the types of payments nursing facilities receive, rate equalization, the alternative payment system, rebasing, and the nursing facility moratorium and rebalancing. Nursing Facility Regulation The Minnesota Department of Human…
April 2007 | AN EDUCATIONAL GUIDE FOR MINNESOTANS | Focusing on How Minnesota Taxes Business | Produced and Originally Published by the Minnesota Center for Public Finance Research This publication was reproduced with the express consent of the Minnesota Taxpayers Association. This publication may not be reproduced in whole or in part without permission….
If you are receiving phone calls in an attempt to collect a debt that you legitimately do not owe, the following cease and desist letter template may be useful in your efforts to clear up the confusion and stop the collection calls. If you are overwhelmed with debt, consider consulting an experienced debt reduction or…
There are some circumstances in which a default judgment can be vacated (re-opened). Applicable Statute Minnesota Rule of Civil Procedure 60.02, Mistakes; Inadvertence; Excusable Neglect; Newly Discovered Evidence; Fraud; etc. On motion and upon such terms as are just, the court may relieve a party or the party’s legal representatives from a final judgment (other…
Introduction to Tax Form 8832 Default Rules for Tax Form 8832 Existing entity default rule Certain domestic and foreign entities that were in existence before January 1, 1997, and have an established federal tax classification generally do not need to make an election to continue that classification. If an existing entity decides to change its…
Introduction The service center will notify the eligible entity at the address listed on Form 8832 if its election is accepted or not accepted. The entity should generally receive a determination on its election within 60 days after it has filed Form 8832. Care should be exercised to ensure that the IRS receives the election….
Name Enter the name of the eligible entity electing to be classified. Employer identification number (EIN) Show the EIN of the eligible entity electing to be classified. Do not put “Applied For” on this line. Note. Any entity that has an EIN will retain that EIN even if its federal tax classification changes under Regulations…
Note: Tax forms change from time to time. The information below is not kept current. Please see irs.gov for the latest official information. Filing Tax Form 8832 File Form 8832 with the Internal Revenue Service Center for your state listed below. In addition, attach a copy of Form 8832 to the entity’s federal tax or…
Introduction There are special rules for certain businesses that provide professional services. These are usually services that require a state license, certificate, or registration. This article summarizes who is covered and what that means for your business. Professional Business Entities If you own a business that provides services in any of these 16 categories,…
Notice to Victim that Assistance is Available to Victims of Domestic Violence At the time of arrest, a peace officer is required to tell a victim of domestic abuse whether a shelter or other services are available in the community and to provide the victim with notice of the legal rights and remedies available to…
Have you dealt with a mechanic, contractor, or other professional who quoted you an estimate and then charged you much more? Minnesota’s Truth in Repairs Act protects your right to not be charged more than 110% of the estimated cost.
Why Pay for Legal Forms When You Can Get Them for Free? I occasionally hear about people who buy a will, contract, or other legal form from do-it-yourself (DIY) websites like LegalZoom and Rocket Lawyer. Or they may have purchased forms or software at an office supply store. Why pay for legal forms when you…
Appendix A Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines Under the Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines, felony offenses are divided into eleven levels of severity, ranging from low (Level I) to high (Level XI). The offense level, combined with the offender’s criminal history, determines the offender’s presumptive sentence. The following table references crimes associated with identity theft and their corresponding presumptive…
Crimes: Identity Theft and “Phishing” To address identity theft, section 609.527 (Minnesota’s identity theft law) criminalizes two types of behavior. First, it is a crime to transfer, possess, or use an identity that is not the person’s own, with the intent to commit, aid, or abet any unlawful activity. Minn. Stat. § 609.527, subd. 2….
Has your attorney messed up your case? Are you paying the price for having a bad lawyer? Many people who are frustrated with legal services provided by their former attorney consider filing a legal malpractice lawsuit. The following are some frequently asked questions about bringing a lawyer malpractice lawsuit in Minnesota along with simple answers….
I do not practice in this area. To find an emancipation attorney, you can contact either of these organizations: Youth Law Project at Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid 612-332-1441 [email protected] Tubman 612.825.0000 (24-hour hotline) Let’s face it—many adults make terrible parents. Sometimes, a teenager would be better off without the harmful, toxic involvement of his or her…