State of Minnesota County Judicial District: Court File Number: Case Type: District Court Criminal State of Minnesota, Plaintiff vs. , Defendant I understand: 1. 2. 3. 4. I am charged with committing the offense(s) described in the complaint, citation, or ticket The maximum sentence for a petty misdemeanor offense is a fine of $300.00 and applicable surcharges. I have the right to be represented by an attorney at all stages of the proceedings. However, Minnesota law states I must hire my own attorney for a petty misdemeanor charge. I have the following rights: a. for the case to be continued for me to obtain or speak to an attorney. b. to a trial before a judge in which I am presumed innocent until proven guilty by the state beyond a reasonable doubt. c. to remain silent at all times, including at trial. Anything I may testify to can be used against me in Court. d. to confront and cross-examine all witnesses. e. to subpoena witnesses on my behalf. I (check one): a. wish to plead guilty to the offense charged. b. wish to plead not guilty to the offense charged. c. request a continuance to consult with an attorney. Petty Misdemeanor Statement of Rights 5. Dated: Signature Your attorney: Street Address: City/State/Zip: Telephone: ( E-mail address: ) Your Name: Street Address: City/State/Zip: Telephone: ( E-mail address: ) Date of Birth CRM205 State ENG Rev 7/15-R www.mncourts.gov/forms Page 1 of 1 American LegalNet, Inc. www.FormsWorkFlow.com