Are you tired of your criminal record

holding you back from the life you want to live?


Over 95% of cases in our criminal justice system end in plea agreements. Most law firms close your file once you are sentenced. Problem solved… or so they think. But if you have a long prison sentence, or you are unable to get employment because of your criminal record, your problems are just beginning. Subzero Criminal Defense is unique. We are a law firm that focuses on expungements, pardons, and appeals. Everything that happens after a conviction. On a case by case basis we take some criminal cases in the district court. But our focus is on the after. If you want to get your life back, you want Subzero Criminal Defense in your corner.

 

Local and National Award Winning Attorney

Peter Lindstrom is a Minnesota Rising Star Attorney. An honor reserved for the top 2.5% attorneys in the state who are under the age of 40. He is also an Elite Lawyer, an honor reserved for the top 1% of criminal defense lawyers in the nation. 

Exceptional Results

Subzero achieves exceptional results. Peter Lindstrom has a track record of getting people out of prison and getting their records expunged. 

Unique Focus

Subzero is unique in that we focus on expungements, pardons, and appeals. Everything that happens after a conviction. Hire the law firm geared to solve the specific problem you want. 

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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Minnesota Court of Appeals sidesteps enhanceability issue: what you need to know if you want to expunge a domestic assault or DWI within 10 years of conviction

December 10, 2025, by Subzero Criminal Defense

In October of 2025, the Minnesota Court of Appeals was asked a question about an argument that has been utilized...

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Can a DWI Be Expunged in Minnesota? A Minnesota Expungement Attorney Explains

December 5, 2025, by Subzero Criminal Defense

One of the most common questions I hear from clients is whether a DWI can be expunged in Minnesota. A...

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Abuse of discretion appeals can be like NFL instant replays: a Minnesota federal appeals attorney explains the difficult challenge

September 10, 2025, by Subzero Criminal Defense

If you are appealing your federal criminal conviction, you may think that the court of appeals will be reviewing your...

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The fork in the road: a Minnesota federal compassionate release lawyer explains

September 9, 2025, by Subzero Criminal Defense

If you or a loved one is serving time in prison for a federal offense, in seeking out relief you...

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Federal 2255 post-conviction relief in Minnesota: actual innocence is not a constitutional challenge

September 8, 2025, by Subzero Criminal Defense

In most circumstances, you have 14 days to file an appeal after a federal conviction. If you are convicted in...

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The Bar to Charge Tax Evasion Cases as Felonies Just Got Lowered by the Minnesota Court of Appeals: What You Need to Know

July 22, 2025, by Subzero Criminal Defense

There is not much caselaw in Minnesota on how to interpret the law on criminal tax evasion under Minnesota Statute...

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