DWI / DUI
Defense planning for the criminal charge, license consequences, court dates, and evidence review.
Full Practice PageCity Criminal Defense
St. Cloud Criminal Defense Lawyer
Strategic criminal defense for charges in St. Cloud. Keil Defense prepares for the Stearns 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
St. Cloud court process and prosecution.
Criminal cases arising in St. Cloud are heard in the Seventh Judicial District at the Stearns County Courthouse, with criminal and traffic matters handled at 815 Courthouse Square. St. Cloud spans three counties - most of the city is in Stearns County, with portions in Benton and Sherburne - so a case may be filed in the county where the offense occurred. Misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor offenses are prosecuted by the St. Cloud City Attorney, while felony charges are prosecuted by the county attorney for the county of filing.
Understanding where your case is heard and who is prosecuting it shapes strategy from the first appearance. Keil Defense prepares St. Cloud cases with that local process in mind. See the full Stearns County criminal defense page for county-wide court details.
Court location: Stearns County Courthouse, 815 Courthouse Square, St. Cloud, MN 56303
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 St. Cloud.
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 PageFAQ
Common questions
Where will my St. Cloud criminal case be heard?
Criminal cases arising in St. Cloud are heard in the Seventh Judicial District at the Stearns County Courthouse, with criminal and traffic matters handled at 815 Courthouse Square. St. Cloud spans three counties - most of the city is in Stearns County, with portions in Benton and Sherburne - so a case may be filed in the county where the offense occurred. Misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor offenses are prosecuted by the St. Cloud City Attorney, while felony charges are prosecuted by the county attorney for the county of filing.
Who prosecutes criminal charges in St. Cloud?
In St. Cloud, misdemeanor and gross misdemeanor offenses are generally prosecuted by the city attorney, while felony charges are prosecuted by the Stearns County Attorney's Office. The specific office depends on the level of the charge.
Can Keil Defense represent me in St. Cloud?
Keil Defense represents clients in St. Cloud and throughout Stearns 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 St. Cloud?
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 St. Cloud? Contact Keil Defense for a consultation.
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