A criminal record can be a significant barrier to achieving personal and professional goals. It can impact future employment and affect your status in the community. Fortunately, Minnesota offers a legal process known as expungement, which allows individuals to seal their criminal records. This article will guide you through the expungement process in Minnesota, helping…
In Minnesota, parental rights are an important aspect of Child in Need of Protection or Services (CHIPS) cases. One crucial element of CHIPS cases is the involvement of Guardians Ad Litem (GAL), who play a pivotal role in advocating for the child’s best interests. Understanding their role and how they interact with families and the…
Parents who learn that their child or children are the subject of a CHIPS case are right to be concerned. The outcome of these cases can see a court ordering your participation in educational courses, placing the child in temporary foster care, or even terminating your parental rights. With these potential outcomes in mind, it…
A common core tenant of Minnesota law is that parents have rights when it comes to the care of their children. However, these rights operate in tandem with the rights of children to live with both safety and stability. If a state agency acts and takes a child into emergency protective care, this triggers many…
Learning that your child is the target of a CHIPS case in Minnesota is a confusing and concerning time for a parent. These cases allege that your child is not receiving proper care and may even be the victim of abuse. These cases can see a court ordering you to participate in educational courses, placing…
Every child deserves the right to grow up in a safe and stable environment. More than anything else, the parents and legal guardians of kids have the obligation to provide this protection. Sadly, situations can arise where parents appear to no longer be able to protect their children. When this happens, any interested person or…
The protection and welfare of children is one of the areas where the State takes a direct interest. Child in Need of Protection Services (CHIPS) actions are a critical legal process in Minnesota, playing a pivotal role in safeguarding the well-being of children facing challenging circumstances. At 29th and Law, PC., we understand how difficult…
