What Can Happen if I’m Convicted of a Gross Misdemeanor?
Gross Misdemeanor charges are serious offenses and may result in extremely serious consequences including jail and hefty fines. Many gross misdemeanor charges result from being enhanced into more serious charges based upon prior convictions. If you are facing gross misdemeanor charges in Minnesota, it is important that you consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney. If possible, make sure that defense attorney is also a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist.
“A Gross Misdemeanor could put you in jail for a year. You have to take it seriously.”
What are the Ramifications of a Gross Misdemeanor?
If you are facing a gross misdemeanor in Minnesota court, this means that you could face:
Up to 1 year in jail;
Up to a $3000 fine;
Multiple years of probation;
Depending upon the charge, treatment programs, registration requirements, license ramifications and more.
What Kinds of Charges Could be Misdemeanors?
There are lot of different charges that might be gross misdemeanors. These include:
First time DWIs with high alcohol readings;
Gross Misdemeanor DWIs with prior convictions;
Gross Misdemeanor Domestic Assault with prior convictions;
Gross Misdemeanor Violation of a No Contact Order with prior convictions;
Gross Misdemeanor Violation of an Order for Protection with prior convictions;
Stalking;
Interference with a 911 Call;
Driving after Cancellation, Inimical to Public Safety;
“A Gross misdemeanor conviction is not just about the jail on the front end. Probation is a lot longer and that means exposure to a long list of possible violations.“
If you are gross misdemeanor criminal charges in Minnesota, the ramifications can always be more than simply jail/prison and fines. It is also about the amount of control the probation may be able to have over your life for years to come. In may cases, this may also pail in comparison to the impact that a criminal conviction at any level may have on your personal life, your relationships, your professional life, how it may impact a professional license, a drivers license, housing, education and more. All of these things should be taken into consideration when determining the next steps to address the charges themselves.
Go with the Best
Jack Rice is the Founder of Jack Rice Defense, a boutique criminal defense firm based in St. Paul. He has decades of experience handling all sorts of misdemeanors, gross misdemeanors and felonies. This comes from his time as a former prosecutor, a former U.S. CIA Officer, and as a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist. Contact Jack Rice Defense for a free confidential consultation or call 651-447-7650 or 612-227-1339. Jack’s got your back.