Co-Defendant Cases in Minnesota Criminal Cases Come with Risks - Video
Watch Jack’s Interview on Court TV
Co-Defendant cases in Minnesota criminal cases take place when the State alleges that there were two or more people who were involved in the criminal behavior and therefore should be tried together. From a defense perspective, there is always the first question of severance ,whether they should be tried separately. At the same time, there is always the risk that one person could be convicted because of the behavior of the other person. That is complicated and difficult and always needs to be of concern. If you are facing serious criminal charges in Minnesota and the issues of co-defendants is a possibility, speak with an experienced Minnesota criminal defense attorney immediately.
"Co-Defendants have the potential to lift you up or take you down. You better know which."
St. Paul based criminal defense attorney Jack Rice appears on Court TV on 9/6/22 to discuss murder cases and co-defendants and the risks and rewards of using them. They can be unpredictable but they also have the potential to help or hurt one another.
"If you are the least culpable, a jury may not see you any differently than the most culpable. It's important to remember that."
Every criminal case is different in Minnesota. It's not just about the charges but about the investigation, the witnesses or lack thereof, and the evidence presented. At the same time, who presents the evidence to the jury can also matter a great deal. Credibility is always important and having the best Minnesota criminal defense attorney by your side is always a good starting point.
Jack Rice is the Founder of Jack Rice Defense. He is also a former prosecutor, a former U.S. CIA Officer and a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist. Contact Jack Rice Defense for a free confidential consultation or call 651-447-7650 or 612-227-1339.