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Will 3D Printing Make Gun Laws Useless?
It's pretty tough to enforce a law that regulates something when people can make that thing in their homes. 3D printing is on the cusp of taking the world by storm. The technology is being brought up...
Posted on 2/25/13 at 8:30 AM
Jacob's Law signed to report child abuse
Gov. Mark Dayton today signed Jacobs Law, named after Jacob Gould and written to keep other youths from experiencing the same things he has. The new law requires law enforcement officials to notify...
Posted on 4/4/12 at 2:27 PM
2011...A Year in Review
The first year of the second century of Scouting is drawing to a close. How exciting to be part of a relevant, dynamic organization that does so much good for kids, families and communities! After th...
Posted on 12/30/11 at 5:57 PM
Click It Or Ticket
Minnesota is off to a safer start on the roads this year, compared with the previous two years. So far this year, traffic deaths are 23 percent below the pace of last year according to the Minnesota ...
Posted on 5/27/11 at 9:16 AM
Bankruptcy
2005 Reform Law was a failure and did not stop bankruptcy filing. It is now more tedious, difficult, complex, and costs more. Reform Law lead to surge in home foreclosures. 2 million cases in 2005 and...
Posted on 3/25/09 at 7:35 AM
In the forecast: a winter blast of extra DWI patrols
The Alexandria Police Department, Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and Minnesota State Patrol will increase drunk driving enforcement during a statewide and nationwide Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over DWI enforcement effort in December.December 14, 2012
Shine a blue light for officer's family
Local law enforcement asks the community to flip a switch and join their effort in raising money for the family of Cold Spring Police Officer Tom Decker.December 04, 2012
Klobuchar introduces bill to limit metal theft
U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar introduced bipartisan legislation to crack down on the growing problem of metal theft. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Chuck Schumer (D-NY) are co-sponsors of the bill.November 30, 2012
From the Bench: The small-town lawyer
I’m often asked what I like about my relatively new role as a District Court judge or what surprises I’ve had during the past two years. The most pleasant surprise has been a new-found and significant respect for the small-town lawyers who appear before me.By Judge Mary B. Mahler , October 24, 2012
Ask a trooper: Warnings issued over large vans
I’ve heard some information about the dangers of a 15-passenger van. I was surprised at some of the information and I believe it is very valuable, so can you please write about it? Some of these vehicles are still being driven.By Sgt. Jesse Grabow, Minnesota State Trooper , September 12, 2012
Ask a Trooper - Can you make your coffee while driving to work each morning?
Question: Recently I saw an advertisement of a foreign car promoting that their vehicle is equipped with a coffee maker. With all the focus on distracted driving, what are your thoughts on this?By Sgt. Jesse Grabow, Minnesota State Trooper , September 05, 2012
Ask a Trooper - When to signal a turn
Minnesota law requires you to signal at least 100 feet before a turn. A turn would include a lane change or other change of course.By Sgt. Jesse Grabow, Minnesota State Trooper , August 29, 2012
Ask a Trooper - Where can campaign signs go?
I’ve noticed some campaign signs alongside the road and very close to intersections. Is this legal?By Sgt. Jesse Grabow, Minnesota State Trooper , August 24, 2012
Ask a Trooper - What do troopers do about misaligned headlights?
This is a good topic. I’m not quite sure why you feel that misaligned headlights are not being enforced but I can tell you from my experience, members of law enforcement are out enforcing on Minnesota roads.By Sgt. Jesse Grabow, Minnesota State Trooper , August 22, 2012
Expansion of law to protect newborns now in effect
In response to tragedies involving abandoned infants over the last several years, the Minnesota Department of Human Services and the state Legislature recognized the need to strengthen Minnesota’s Safe Place for Newborns law.August 18, 2012
Ask a Trooper - Catalytic converters should not be removed
What are the penalties in Minnesota for removing a catalytic converter on a vehicle if the sound level of the car is kept reasonable?By Sgt. Jesse Grabow, Minnesota State Trooper , August 17, 2012
Ask a Trooper - How to legally transport fireams
What is the recommended legal way to transport my 9mm handgun in my car as I drive from my home to my lake cabin?By Sgt. Jesse Grabow, Minnesota State Trooper , July 27, 2012
Ask a Trooper - Know the laws before customizing your vehicle
Question: I'd like to put some lights on the running boards of my pickup. Are there any laws on this?By Sgt. Jesse Grabow, Minnesota State Trooper , June 22, 2012
Ask a Trooper - Canines are part of state patrol
Question: Does the State Patrol have dog handler units? If so, please tell me all about them as I am very interested.By Sgt. Jesse Grabow, Minnesota State Trooper , June 01, 2012
Employment law update presentation to take place in Alexandria
The ninth annual West Central Minnesota Employment Law Update will be presented at Alexandria Technical and Community College, Room 743 in Alexandria on Thursday, May 31 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.April 27, 2012
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