Criminal Defense Attorney Services

Criminal investigations move quickly, and early decisions often shape the final outcome. An experienced South Lake Minnetonka criminal defense attorney can:

• Communicate with police and investigators on your behalf
• Review police reports, charging documents, and evidence
• Identify illegal searches or constitutional violations
• Challenge weak or unreliable evidence
• Negotiate with prosecutors
• Prepare your case for trial if necessary

Learn more about our overall defense approach on our criminal defense overview page.

DWI & DUI Defense in South Lake Minnetonka

DWI charges are aggressively enforced and carry harsh penalties, even for first-time drivers. A DWI conviction may result in:

• Driver’s license suspension or revocation
• Vehicle impoundment or forfeiture
• Heavy fines and court costs
• Mandatory chemical dependency evaluations
• Probation or jail time
• A permanent criminal record

We defend all types of DWI cases, including:

• First-time DWI offenses
• Second and third offense DWIs
• Test refusal cases
• High blood alcohol cases
• DWI involving accidents or injuries

For more information, visit our DWI defense page.

Theft & Shoplifting Charges

Theft and shoplifting charges can have long-term consequences, even when the alleged amount is small. Common theft-related charges include:

• Shoplifting and retail theft
• Property theft
• Identity theft
• Credit card fraud
• Financial and white-collar crimes

Our goal in theft cases is to minimize the damage through reduced charges, diversions, dismissals, or negotiated resolutions. Learn more on our theft and shoplifting defense page.

Expungements & Record Sealing

Minnesota law allows many individuals to seek expungement or record sealing. An expungement can:

• Remove cases from public view
• Improve employment opportunities
• Help with housing applications
• Protect your privacy
• Provide a true second chance

We assist with expungements for:

• Dismissed charges
• Stayed adjudications
• Certain misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor convictions
• Some felony offenses

To see if you qualify, visit our expungement services page.

General Criminal Defense Representation

We represent clients facing a wide range of criminal charges, including:

• Assault and domestic assault
• Drug offenses
• Disorderly conduct
• Probation violations
• Weapons charges
• Juvenile offenses
• Misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor, and felony cases

Explore all practice areas on our main criminal defense page.

Why Choose Azarian Criminal Defense?

• Exclusive focus on criminal defense law
• Extensive experience in Minnesota courts
• Strategic and aggressive legal representation
• Honest case evaluations
• Direct access to your attorney
• Personalized defense strategies

Learn more about our firm on our About the Firm page.

Contact a Criminal Defense Lawyer Near South Lake Minnetonka, MN

If you’re facing criminal charges, act quickly. Early legal intervention increases your options and strengthens your defense. Contact a South Lake Minnetonka criminal defense attorney today through our online consultation form or call for a confidential case evaluation. Strong legal defense starts with taking action early.