Legal Question in Criminal Law in Minnesota

The County Attorney may still decide to file charges against you if they feel a crime was committed. Keep in mind, though, that probable cause must exist to charge someone with a criminal offense. Even though the County Attorney may decide to file charges does not necessarily mean probable cause exists for doing so. That is a question only a judge can answer.

Depending on the nature of the text message, you may be charged with some type of felony level solicitation-related offense, which carries a punishment of 0-3 years imprisonment and/or a $5,000 fine.

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A prosecutor may charge a criminal offense if the prosecutor believes that there is probable cause to do so. That is true regardless of the victim's wishes. However, the case is significantly weakened if the victim appears unwilling to cooperate and/or testify. That does not result in the case being dismissed necessarily, but may compelthe prosecutor to seek a plea to some lesser offense.

Solicitation of a minor may result in a very serious felony charge that is also considered a criminal sexual offense which means that a person convicted would be required to report as a sexual offender. The criminal penalties may be uo ro 3 years in prision and a $5000 fine. As a result, the stakes are very high.

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