McKinney Defense Minnesota

McKinney Defense Minnesota Trial attorney Ryan McKinney protecting Minnesotans' rights, reputations, and futures These cases taught Ryan to never blindly accept the status quo.

Ryan McKinney is a trial-tested defense attorney driven by a deep commitment to justice and a passion for protecting the lives, reputations, and constitutional rights of his clients. Having worked on hundreds of criminal cases, he knows how to spot the weaknesses in the State’s evidence. This ability is seen in Ryan’s track record, which consists of acquittals, favorable plea deals that have spare

d years of prison time, and pre-trial dismissals. Ryan’s ability to defend against criminal charges is further bolstered by his wide ranging experience working with many of the major players in the criminal justice system–something not all defense attorneys can match. Throughout his career, Ryan has worked in law firms, prosecutor’s offices and with law enforcement, probation, and correctional unions, giving him valuable insight into the inner-workings of the criminal justice system. Ryan’s experience further includes work on appeals, requests for post-conviction relief, and arguments that made there way all the way up to the Minnesota Supreme Court. In the right case, even decades old practices, procedures, and precedents can be toppled. They also taught Ryan to think outside the box, to keep up on the cutting edge legal trends, and to never stop learning. This deep commitment to his craft regularly allows him to offer dynamic arguments that have earned recognition from colleagues, judges, and prosecutors alike. Ryan graduated summa cm laude from Mitchell Hamline School of Law.

05/28/2026

Not all charges are the same, and the consequences can follow you for years. Ryan explains the real difference between a misdemeanor and a felony, and how it affects your life.

05/21/2026

Most people make the same mistakes after getting arrested.
And it can cost them. Ryan explains what NOT to do.

05/15/2026

Bail is one of the most misunderstood parts of the legal system. Here’s what you need to know about bail in Minnesota. Make sure you save this for future reference.

05/07/2026

Police may ask to search your phone, but should you ever say yes? Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself.

04/23/2026

Getting pulled over by the police isn’t the time to guess what to do. Here's exactly how to handle it, step by step. Save this. You’ll want to remember it.

04/14/2026

Does hiring a lawyer really make a difference? Here’s how legal representation can impact the outcome of a case.

03/18/2026

If police come to your house, what you do next matters.

Do you have to open the door? What if they say they “just want to talk”? Can they come in without a warrant?

Criminal defense attorney Ryan McKinney breaks down your rights in Minnesota, and why you shouldn’t let police in just because they’re being polite.

Most people think police find evidence through movie-style stakeouts, sitting in a car and watching your home. The truth...
03/05/2026

Most people think police find evidence through movie-style stakeouts, sitting in a car and watching your home. The truth? They often find it in your trash, your car, or even your social media. Episode 3 of Prove It! explores how information becomes evidence. https://youtu.be/lULFivMEfEo?si=j0QwNUAqUO8ZvYPL

Most people think police find evidence through movie-style stakeouts, sitting in a car and watching your home. The truth? They often find it in your trash, y...

03/04/2026

How far can a warrant really go? In episode 3, we'll break down the scope of warrants and what law enforcement is actually allowed to search. Watch the full episode tomorrow!

02/20/2026

Behind every case is a person, a family, and a future. That's why criminal defense lawyers do what they do. The job is all about protecting people from the full weight of the legal system and making sure their rights aren’t ignored.

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