Criminal Charge Types
Plain-English explanations of criminal charges filed in Minnesota courts. Select a category to see recent filings, county breakdowns, and what the charges mean.
Assault
Assault charges from 1st through 5th degree, strangulation and related offenses.
Domestic Violence
Domestic assault and related offenses involving family or household members.
Drug Offenses
Controlled substance charges including possession and distribution.
DWI / DUI
Driving while impaired charges, from misdemeanor to felony level.
Fraud
Fraud, forgery, identity theft and financial crime charges.
Murder & Homicide
Homicide charges including murder in all degrees, manslaughter and criminal vehicular homicide.
Property Crimes
Arson, criminal damage and property destruction charges.
Robbery
Aggravated robbery, simple robbery and carjacking charges.
Sexual Violence
Criminal sexual conduct charges of all degrees and related offenses.
Theft & Burglary
Burglary, theft and property crime charges.
Threats & Stalking
Terroristic threats, stalking and harassment charges.
Traffic Offenses
Fleeing police, criminal vehicular operation and other traffic-related felonies.
Weapons
Firearms charges including felon in possession and other weapons offenses.