A domestic crime conviction can carry many lasting collateral consequences. For instance, such a conviction may impede owning a firearm, prevent new employment, stop or hinder access to credit, or even interfere with renting an apartment.

Domestic crime generally involves the use of threats or actual physical or mental abuse between individuals, spouses, family members, and or those in the same household that creates an environment of fear and intimidation. Domestic abuse cases may include kidnapping, terroristic threats, stalking, and or harassment.

There are a number of special legal issues related to domestic crime. After a domestic violence incident, a “No Contact” order or similar “Restraining” order may be issued to prohibit the accused from contacting the alleged victim by any means for a designated period of time. Similarly, a civil protection order, referred to as an Order for Protection or OFP, may be issued ordering the accused to stay away from the alleged victim, leave a residence, and the like.

If you have been and or anticipate that you may be charged with a domestic crime in Minnesota, seek legal assistance immediately. Do not make a statement to anyone without talking to a lawyer. Remember that anything you say can be used against you when you are charged with a crime.

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