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Domestic Assault

There are certain crimes that are utterly life-changing. Domestic assault is one of them. Although it is a misdemeanor in Minnesota, a domestic violence conviction can affect every facet of your life, from employment to parenting.

At Sheridan, Dulas & Kins, P.A., we have extensive experience representing individuals charged with domestic assault, helping them overcome these devastating charges and regain control over their life.

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About Domestic Violence

Domestic Assault Law in Minnesota

In Minnesota, domestic abuse falls under the subdivision of the assault statute outlined in Minnesota Statute section 609.2242. Domestic assault occurs when a person threatens or intentionally causes fear or physical harm to a family or household member. Household members, in this case, could mean a spouse, children, parents, former spouse, or cohabitant.

No two cases are the same. In some situations, both partners may have played a role in the incident. Verbal arguments frequently accidentally turn into physical altercations. Alcohol or drugs may be involved, or a history of verbal and/or emotional abuse.

While it may seem as though the charges against you are unwarranted or unfair, know that this is no longer a fight between you and your husband, wife, or domestic partner. Rather, this issue is between you and the State of Minnesota. That is where Sheridan, Dulas & Kins, P.A. can help.

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What to expect

Life After A Domestic Assault Charge

If you have been charged with domestic assault, one of most immediate things you will likely have to address is that the court is likely to issue a no contact order preventing you from having contact with the other party.   This means you will not likely  be going home following an arrest. Your house, your partner, your kids - all of this may be off-limits following a domestic assault allegation.

While this no contact order is in place your partner may try to call you to see how you are doing. Your kids may want to see you. If you respond or return home at any point, then you risk going to jail. You cannot have any contact - even if the other party initiates it.

At Sheridan, Dulas & Kins, P.A., we are committed to helping you take control over your situation and place you in the best position possible to eventually return home to your loved ones.

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The Ramifications of conviction

What Happens If You Are Convicted Of Domestic Assault?

If you are convicted of domestic assault, you could face a permanent criminal record that prevents you from participating in activities with your children, securing employment, or volunteering.

In addition, there are important considerations stemming from federal law relative to domestic assault. For example, individuals convicted of a crime of violence, like domestic assault, are barred from possessing a firearm, even those used for hunting.

Individuals convicted of domestic assault can also be subject to adverse employment consequences, prevented from renting an apartment.

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An attorney who will advocate for you

The ramifications of a domestic violence conviction are far-reaching and life-long. What you need is an attorney who has handled these types of charges in the past. At Sheridan & Dulas, we have the experience that you need.

We can’t guarantee any particular result, but we can guarantee two things. First, our team will know you better than the prosecutor trying to put you in jail. Second, we will not plead you guilty at the first opportunity. The prosecution wants nothing more than for you to plead guilty as quickly as possible so they can move on to the next case. Our job is to humanize you and provide context to your specific situation. We take a thoughtful approach to our cases and encourage the prosecution to do the same so we can achieve the proper outcome after taking the time to understand you, your family, and what exactly happened in your case. 

At the end of the day, we want to help you get back to your family. We will fight for you and do everything we can to make that happen. Call us today at 651-686-8800 to get started.

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Bruce

The case was complicated and had many interactions that were required behind the scenes to achieve a positive outcome regarding some serious but defendable charges. Randall had to work on several levels with the case, including civil, criminal, and elements addressing mental competency. Randall manage all avenues with great agility and when it came to making a decision between accepting a plea settlement or going forward to trial, there was never any pressure other than whether the deal made sense or not and OUR best interests. There was never any pressure to settle because it would mean less work for him; he was willing to go where the case took him, and he was willing to fight if we wanted the fight, even though it meant no more money for him, just more work. He has our 100% confidence and we will always be grateful for the efforts he put in on our behalf, efforts which ‏extended over a much longer period of time and required far greater number of interactions than any of us expected when we hired Randall to take our case. Thank you Randall for a very successful outcome and the peace of mind you brought us along the way!

Anonymous

Randall was extremely helpful regarding my DUI case. I had no idea how to precede or what to expect as this was my first offense. He explained everything in depth very clearly during our consultation and I chose to move forward with hiring him to represent me. He responded to my e-mails very timely and was always able to answer all of my questions. He gave great advice regarding my case and he never rushed anything; I never felt like a burden. I had great outcomes on my case, which I greatly contribute to Randall and all the time and work he put into my case!

Peter

I hired Randall Kins to clear up an old charge that was on my record for over 30 years. He was very quick, professional, and kept me informed of the status of his investigation. I was very pleased with his service.

Anonymous

I was unfairly charged with a domestic assault misdemeanor and I was really terrified. Attorney Randall took on my case and he was very transparent throughout each step. Knowing what to expect and what my options (good and bad) were was very helpful to me. Randall really advocated for me and even went further to ask other third parties involved to help prove my innocence. I will forever be grateful to him. If you are looking for someone who genuinely cares about your story and is willing to go the extra mile then please consider Randall to represent you. He is a real Shark and he is very persistent in ensuring the best interests of his clients.

Kevin

I am a commercial truck driver. I was involved in an accident, in my personal vehicle, and cited for "following too close". Randall listen to my story and determined that another motorist had made a bad choice that had played a major role in the cause of the accident. He also found a statute that directly countered the violation I was being cited for. Because I have a commercial driver's license, the citation had to go to trial to have it removed from my record. Randall Kins handled the trial very professionally. He countered maneuvers by the prosecution and executed several measures that advanced and strengthen our case, and ultimately brought about the desired "Not Guilty" verdict I needed to maintain my driving record. In a system that is becoming increasingly difficult for professional drivers to get a fair "shake" in... I would definitely recommend Randall Kins of Sheridan and Dulas to argue in your behalf.

Mary

I met with Randall due to my 3rd Degree DWI charge. I was shaken, I was scared (because who wouldn't be). He made me feel at ease. He was very informative on how a DWI case goes, there are 2 cases to be fought out. When I told my peers about that, they were surprised because they didn't even know there were 2 sides to a DWI charge. He will fight tooth and nail to get every piece of evidence, study all that is given to him and make sure that you are satisfied with the outcome. I would just like to say that the outcome that I received on my case is the best that I could have ever hoped for. It went from a 3rd Degree DWI down to Careless Driving. I won my case with a lesser charge and I am truly happy about it. All this could not have been possible without the knowledge, trust, and hard work that Randall did for me.

Anonymous

Mr. Randall Kins is a straightforward, client-focused Attorney, he had my best interest from our first meeting. He told me play-by-play how my case would go during that same 1st meeting and it went exactly as he said. Any and all doubts, anxiety, and the burden of having an active case was lifted by a single meeting with Mr.Kins. I had my case dismissed, Mr.Kins delivered everything he promised during our first meeting. I highly recommend You retain Mr. Randall Kins as your attorney!

Anonymous

Mr. Sheridan knows his business well, very well. He fought like a pit bull to remove charges and shot holes thru a very shady officer's defense. We walked away with 1 yr probation. Thank You Sir for all you do!

Rachel

Randall was professional and got better results than I anticipated! He has his client's best interests at heart and works hard to achieve outstanding results.

Anonymous

I could not have asked for a better outcome with a committed lawyer. I would highly recommend Randall Kins to those who need the right representation. Thanks again Randall for the great job you have done.

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