Who We Are


Being charged with a crime is a difficult time in anyone’s life. Criminal court is never a place of sunshine and summer. It is winter. You want a law firm that is prepared to handle the difficult season and advocate on your behalf. Subzero Criminal Defense has a track record of success from the most serious felonies to the lowest misdemeanors. When charged with a crime, you want Subzero Criminal Defense in your corner.

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Exceptional Results

Subzero achieves exceptional results. In some cases that can mean a dismissal, in other case it can mean lowered charges. Every case is different, so there are no guarantees. But you want to hire a firm that knows how to succeed. 

Great Reviews

Subzero receives great reviews because we both zealously advocates for our clients and listen attentively to the client’s individual needs. There is no one size fits all approach. Every case is different and we treat it that way. 

Practice Areas


Subzero Criminal Defense is based out of Saint Paul, Minnesota, and serves clients in all 87 counties throughout Minnesota.

What Our Clients Say


​I have known Peter for over 10 years and he is one of the best attorneys in Minnesota. If you need a criminal defense attorney, he should be your go-to. He is thoughtful, attentive, thorough, and flat out knows his stuff.

Peter is very nice to work with. He knows what he’s doing, and cares. I wouldn’t go anywhere else.

Peter did a phenomenal job at making sure what was best for myself. He had great communication skills and was always on top of anything that changed within my case or not. I would recommend him to any one of my family members.

Peter Lindstrom is a hard-working attorney. His attention to detail and empathy for others is inspiring.

Peter is an incredibly tenacious and dedicated lawyer. He is smart, hardworking, justice driven and strongly believes in everyone having quality legal representation. A more fierce advocate would be difficult to find.

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The Feeding Our Future federal trial’s lessons on defending yourself in a trial with co-defendants: A Minnesota criminal defense attorney explains

March 18, 2025, by Subzero Criminal Defense

(photo credit by CC 2.0) Aimee Bock and Salim Said are co-defendants in federal trial being held in Minneapolis, MN. They are...

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The difference between a misdemeanor crime and a petty misdemeanor citation: The Importance of lawyers for school bus stop arm violations

March 17, 2025, by Subzero Criminal Defense

In Minnesota, failing to stop at least 20 feet before a school bus with its stop arm extended can result...

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Feeding Our future federal trial and its impact on fraud charges for Minnesotans in state court

February 12, 2025, by Subzero Criminal Defense

On February 10, 2025, opening statements in the trial of Aimee Bock began in federal court in Minneapolis, MN. She...

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How did I get a school bus stop arm violation citation with no police officer? A Minnesota criminal defense attorney explains

February 5, 2025, by Subzero Criminal Defense

In Minnesota, if you fail to stop at least 20 feet before a school bus with its stop arm out,...

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What the Opening Statement in ASAP Rocky’s Trial Teach About Combatting False Accusations: A Minnesota Criminal Defense Attorney Explains

February 1, 2025, by Subzero Criminal Defense

(photo credit by CC 2.0) The trial of ASAP Rocky has garnered lots of media attention worldwide. For those who...

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Polk County in the News for Over Charging School Zone Drug Cases: How this Helps Fight Your Minnesota Controlled Substance Case

January 29, 2025, by Subzero Criminal Defense

In Minnesota, there are heightened penalties if you possess or sell drugs in a school zone. See Minn. Stat. §...

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