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Filing a motion to withdraw a plea of guilty is an important process that requires careful attention to detail. This guide provides step-by-step instructions to help users navigate the necessary forms and procedures in Minnesota.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your motion.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the necessary form and open it in your editing tool.
2. Obtain a court date and a paid citation copy from the Criminal Filing Desk at the appropriate Dakota County court location.
3. Complete the attached Notice of Motion and Motion to Withdraw a Plea of Guilty, ensuring to sign and date the document.
4. Make two copies of the completed Notice of Motion and Motion paperwork – one for your records and one to serve upon the prosecutor. Access the attached mailing addresses for all Dakota County prosecutors.
5. Have a third party who is 18 years or older mail a copy of the papers to the prosecutor only on non-holiday weekdays. Ensure the mail is First Class only, as certified or registered mail is not permitted.
6. The individual who mailed the documents must complete an Affidavit of Service by Mail after mailing the documents but should not sign it until in front of a Notary Public or a Deputy Court Administrator.
7. File the original Notice of Motion, Motion paperwork, and Affidavit of Service at the Criminal Filing Desk from which you obtained your court date.
8. Ensure you file all original documents at least seven days prior to your court date to have your case placed on the court’s calendar.
9. After filing, you can save changes, download, print, or share the completed form as needed.

Start your process of filing the necessary documents online today.