Law Offices of Kassius O. Benson, P.A.

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Phone: (612) 333-2755

Address: 212 3rd Ave N Ste 502, Minneapolis, MN 55401

Website: http://kassiusbensonlaw.com

Law Offices of Kassius O. Benson, P.A.

Criminal Law

Criminal Defense
Kassius O. Benson is an accomplished criminal defense trial lawyer having tried over 150 jury trials to verdict. He is a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist. Mr. Benson represents individuals and businesses charge with major crimes in the State and Federal Courts of Minnesota and Washington, D.C. and multiple federal district courts throughout the country.
DUI/DWI
Under Minnesota law, individuals arrested for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) face both criminal and civil consequences. Criminal consequences may include jail time, probation conditions, serious fines, and enhanced sentences. Civil penalties may involve loss of driving license privileges and forfeiture of your vehicle. It is important to have an attorney who is experienced with both the criminal and civil consequences involved in a DWI arrest. Ask to speak to a DWI attorney immediately upon your arrest.
Traffic Violations
A driving while intoxicated offense, “DWI”, starts with a police officer or state trooper stopping your car on a public highway. The officer must have an articulable reason stop the car, but it can be as simple as a minor traffic violation or even a defective part on the car (e.g., a broken taillight). The officer will ask the driver questions seeking to get admissions that the driver has been drinking and to assess whether the driver’s speech is slurred and whether there is an odor of alcohol coming from the car. If the officer has suspicions that the driver has been drinking, he will ask the driver to get out of the car and ask him to perform sobriety tests (e.g., one-leg stand, heel to toe walk and verbal tests (counting, spelling)). The officer may ask the driver to take a preliminary breath test (“PBT”). If the driver takes the test and fails it, this is a factor justifying an arrest for driving while under the influence (the evidence of this PBT is not admissible in trial). Failing the test or a refusal to take it, along with probable cause for a DWI, triggers the implied consent law triggering driver’s license revocation consequences. The driver is generally placed under arrest at this point if the officer believes he has probable cause for a D.W.I. and the driver is taken to a police station where an implied consent advisory is read to the driver who either takes another breath test (this one can be used in court) or refuses to take the test. A refusal is a gross misdemeanor crime.
Sex Crimes
On January 16, 2020, Attorney Kassius Benson obtained a Dismissal of a charge of Criminal Sexual Conduct in the 3rd Degree in Ramsey County (St. Paul), Minnesota. Our client had engaged in consensual sex with the Complaining witness who fabricated a claim of sexual assault. After extensive pretrial motion work including seeking confidential records to benefit our potential cross-examination, the prosecution gave in and dismissed the entire case in the interests of justice.
Fraud
Criminal tax fraud investigations are among the most terrifying weapons employed by the government in its white collar enforcement efforts. Why is this the case?
Robbery
Client was a juvenile arrested and charged with Aggravated Robbery and facing Certification for the purpose of being tried as an adult. Mr. Benson mounted a successful defense of the certification effort and L.W. remained in juvenile court. Client has successfully completed juvenile programming and avoided adult consequences.
Burglary
Client received a probation disposition on felony drug and firearm possession charge as well as a Burglary in the 1st Degree Charge in Hennepin County. Although facing a 3 year prison sentence, the Court stayed imposition of the sentence and sentence Mr. Thompson to probation.
White Collar Crimes
If you have been accused of a white collar crime, or have reason to believe you may be accused, but have not yet been charged, call Kassius Benson Law, P.A. immediately. Many white collar crimes can be dealt with outside of court before formal charging or indictment. Most importantly, don’t make any statements without a criminal attorney; contact us immediately at (612) 333-2755 or online via our contact us form.
Theft
Misdemeanors
Since the Firm’s creation, Kassius Benson has met and exceeded the goals of his clients. Kassius has successfully, zealously, and creatively represented clients who have been charged with all types of felony and misdemeanor criminal charges, asset forfeiture matters, and other criminal related matters in Minnesota, Washington, D.C. and throughout the country.
Embezzlement
Embezzlement is the theft from one’s employer. Embezzlement charges can be charged for any amount of money and frequently include credit card fraud, stealing of either small amounts over time or a single, large amount and may also include bookkeeping manipulation. Call today at (612) 333-2755.
Drug Crimes
If you are charged with drug possession or drug distribution, don’t hesitate to contact Kassius Benson at (612) 333-2755 (Minnesota) or (202) 744-2544 (Washington, D.C.) or online via our contact us form.
Assault
On February 21, 2020, Kassius Benson Law obtained the dismissal of Felony Assault charges against our client. The charges were brought in St. Louis County (Virginia), Minnesota.
Murder
In October 2021 – Kassius Benson obtained Not Guilty jury verdicts on charges of Intentional Second Degree Murder and Unintentional Felony Murder. After a 2-week trial, the jury deliberated and agreed that our client acted in justifiable self-defense. The case was venued in Rice County (Faribault), Minnesota.
Probation Violation
In February 2019, Attorney Kassius Benson obtained a dismissal of a felony firearm possession charge in St. Louis County – Virginia, MN. The dismissal made way for a successful defense of client’s probation violation. Client remains out of prison.
Identity Theft
Client was wrongfully charged with felony Conspiracy to Commit Identity Theft. After a contested hearing, Mr. Benson convinced the court to dismiss all charges against client.
Homicide
If you or a loved one is facing first-, second- or third-degree homicide charges, the Minneapolis-based Kassius Benson Law, P.A., can help. Kassius Benson has obtained successful outcomes for past clients who faced similar circumstances.
Forgery
Kassius Benson has successfully represented countless individuals charged with drug crimes and narcotic offenses in Minnesota, Washington, D.C. and Federal and state courts throughout the country. Attorney Kassius Benson has over 25 years of extensive experience and demonstrated success challenging every stage of narcotic charges including pre-indictment representation, motions practice, suppression hearings and jury trials. When you are facing charges in a drug crime, whether a federal drug conspiracy or a state drug offense, the potential consequences demand representation by a high quality, aggressive Minneapolis drug crime lawyer. Whether your interests are best served by plea negotiations, suppression motions, trial by jury or appeal, Kassius Benson is willing and able to do whatever it takes to fight for your cause. His familiarity with all aspects of cases involving heroin, marijuana, crack, cocaine, ecstasy, PCP, crystal meth and prescription drugs allows him to prepare a thorough, strategic defense on your behalf.Drug crimes include possession, sales, distribution, manufacturing, trafficking, grow operations, prescription fraud and prescription forgery. The penalties involved for each depend on the type and amount of drug involved, the specific circumstances of the incident and your criminal history. If the alleged crime was committed near a school, park, or a firearm was used, harsher charges and penalties apply.
Money Laundering
Manslaughter
Ttorney Kassius Benson obtained a probation disposition for our client “J.A.P.” who was facing a charge of Manslaughter in the Second Degree. The probation resolution came just prior to the start of a two-week trial in Ramsey County (St. Paul), Minnesota. The probationary disposition followed 9 months of contested litigation. Client had been facing 48 months (4 years) in prison.
Internet Crimes
Many charges can revolve around fraud, including credit card fraud, insurance fraud, identity theft, and Internet fraud, among others. Every fraud case is different.
Extortion
Racketeering charges involve allegations of gaining money through extortion, bribery, blackmail or other means by people who are part of an illegal operation. The federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) is often used to prosecute alleged offenders. Penalties are severe and an experienced defense lawyer is critical. Contact Kassius Benson today at (612) 333-2755.
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