Minnesota Lawyer

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The year that was, 2020. From a global pandemic’s death and fear to severe economic recession; the death of George Floyd in police custody, civic unrest and public outcries for racial justice; a polarized electorate, and a challenged electoral system.

The Minnesota Supreme Court reinforced state environmental laws in a pair of key new decisions environmental advocates welcomed in the face of what they contend are increasing challenges to natural resources statewide.

A federal judge did not err in denying disgraced lawyer Paul Hansmeier’s motion to dismiss the federal indictment that led to his 14-year prison sentence, the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled.

When it comes to passing legislation to prepare for possible civil disorder during next month’s Derek Chauvin murder trial, the score is Senate 1, House 0.

The House committee tasked with finding ways to curb the governor’s emergency powers seems to be making gradual progress, according to a key GOP member.

With Minnesota likely to lose a congressional seat, the fight will be even more intense as the question will be which of the eight seats will be eliminated and which incumbent will be out of a job.

The Judicial Branch has formally asked Minnesota House members to fulfill a $17.7 million biennial budget request.

The DFL-led House wants to set up a $35 million state-funded contingency account, to make sure money is available to reimburse first responders, should police officer Derek Chauvin’s March murder trial spark renewed rioting.

A bill to extend a suspension of judicial deadlines passed by a unanimous vote of the Minnesota Senate on Thursday.