DWI / DUI
Defense planning for the criminal charge, license consequences, court dates, and evidence review.
Full Practice PageCity Criminal Defense
Edina Criminal Defense Lawyer
Strategic criminal defense for charges in Edina. Keil Defense prepares for the Hennepin County court process with attention to where your case is heard, who is prosecuting it, and the consequences that matter most.
Where Your Case Goes
Edina court process and prosecution.
Criminal cases arising in Edina are filed in the Fourth Judicial District and heard at the Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis. Misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor offenses are prosecuted by the city's contracted city attorney, while felony charges are prosecuted by the Hennepin County Attorney's Office.
Understanding where your case is heard and who is prosecuting it shapes strategy from the first appearance. Keil Defense prepares Edina cases with that local process in mind. See the full Hennepin County criminal defense page for county-wide court details.
Court location: Hennepin County Government Center, 300 South 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487
Useful first-step information: the charge or citation, your next court date, custody status, bail amount if known, any no-contact order, and the best contact person.
Useful first-step information: the charge or citation, your next court date, custody status, bail amount if known, any no-contact order, and the best contact person.
Common Cases
Criminal defense matters in Edina.
Domestic Assault
Careful handling of no-contact conditions, witness statements, and the practical consequences around the case.
Full Practice PageFelony Defense
Serious felony allegations require early release strategy, evidence review, and trial-level preparation.
Full Practice PageDANCO / No-Contact Orders
Guidance for court-ordered contact restrictions, alleged violations, and modification issues.
Full Practice PageOFP / HRO Matters
Preparation for restraining order hearings and overlap with related criminal allegations.
Full Practice PageProbation Violations
Fast review of alleged violations, warrants, custody status, and contested hearing options.
Full Practice PageDrug Charges
Review of search, seizure, possession, treatment, diversion, and probation issues.
Full Practice PageAssault
A defense approach built around the incident, witness accounts, digital evidence, and available defenses.
Full Practice PageTheft
Representation for theft allegations, restitution issues, diversion possibilities, and record concerns.
Full Practice PageVehicle / Property Forfeiture
Fast review when the State moves to take a vehicle or property connected to a DWI or drug case.
Full Practice PageExpungements
Record-sealing strategy for eligible Minnesota cases after review of the court history.
Full Practice PageCHIPS / Child Protection
Focused guidance when criminal allegations, protective orders, or CPS concerns overlap.
Full Practice PageNearby Cities
Other Hennepin County communities served.
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Criminal defense representation in Minneapolis.
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City PageFAQ
Common questions
Where will my Edina criminal case be heard?
Criminal cases arising in Edina are filed in the Fourth Judicial District and heard at the Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis. Misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor offenses are prosecuted by the city's contracted city attorney, while felony charges are prosecuted by the Hennepin County Attorney's Office.
Who prosecutes criminal charges in Edina?
In Edina, misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor offenses are generally prosecuted by the city attorney, while felony charges are prosecuted by the Hennepin County Attorney's Office. The specific office depends on the level of the charge.
Can Keil Defense represent me in Edina?
Keil Defense represents clients in Edina and throughout Hennepin County after the firm has agreed to representation in writing. Contact the firm to discuss your situation.
What should I do before my first court date in Edina?
Gather your citation or complaint, any release or no-contact conditions, and your next court date, and speak with a defense attorney as early as possible so deadlines and custody status can be reviewed.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Court locations and prosecuting authorities can change; confirm current details with the court. Every case depends on its own facts and circumstances.
Let's Talk About Your Case
Facing charges in Edina? Contact Keil Defense for a consultation.
Clear guidance. Serious representation. Direct attorney attention for Minnesota criminal defense matters.