A woman was recently arrested in Fargo for her alleged role in a domestic dispute. This event occurred Wed. Jan. 13, at a motel on the city’s south side. This individual is now facing weapons, drugs and other charges as a result. According to reports, police were...
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Who cannot own a gun in Minnesota?
In a previous post, this column addressed North Dakota gun laws and who is prohibited from owning a gun in that state. This week, the same topic will be discussed concerning Minnesota. Who cannot own a gun in Minnesota, and what are the consequences if someone is...
Who cannot own a gun in North Dakota?
The U.S. Constitution grants people the right to keep and bear arms for their protection. However, the interpretation of the Second Amendment has changed since its inception, and various laws are now in place that may prevent a person from legally owning a gun. Who...
MPD officers apprehend carjacking suspect after brief struggle
A Minnesota man was taken into custody on a weapons charge after allegedly trying to draw a loaded gun on police officers who were moving in to apprehend him. Minneapolis Police Department officers were seeking the 27-year-old Winona resident in connection with an...
The legality of private gun sales
A person with guns to sell in Minnesota did not have many legal hurdles to jump until recently. This is because the sale of firearms in America was not heavily regulated for most of its history. But now, background checks and registration as a firearm dealer are...
Man facing criminal charges for shooting unoccupied vehicle
An incident at a party resulted in a man's arrest. Police in North Dakota arrested one of the men believed to have been involved in that incident, after which he allegedly discharged a weapon. Although it does not appear as if he is charged with any weapon offenses,...
Semi driver faces weapons charge, more after throwing beer cans
It is not clear if the driver of a semi-truck was on duty during an incident that apparently involved cans of beer, a firearm and North Dakota police. The driver was arrested and charged with a misdemeanor for firing a firearm within the city limits. He is also facing...
18-wheeler driver facing criminal charge for manslaughter
An 18-wheeler driver was recently charged with manslaughter after police say he caused a fatal accident. He was apparently not under the influence of any drugs or alcohol at the time of the wreck. Still, he could face potentially serious consequences -- including...
Weapons charges: North Dakota man pleads to voluntary homicide
A North Dakota man was found guilty recently in federal court. Though he did not specifically face weapons charges, he was found to have used a Samurai sword to kill his life-long friend. He ultimately pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and was...
New state law: No permit required to carry a concealed handgun
Currently in North Dakota, it is considered a misdemeanor to carry a hidden firearm without a permit. Thanks to recently-passed legislation, however, individuals will soon be able to carry a handgun without a concealed-carry permit. Our state has become the latest to...