Criminal, Federal Crime and Juvenile crime cases
If a police officer has never done a stop and frisk on you before, it is not a pleasant experience. An officer approaches you on the street. They might ask you a question or order you to stop before whipping you around, pushing against the nearest wall and running...
Roadside testing at a DWI stop may work for or against you. Do you have to participate in any of the officer's requests? The U.S. Constitution gives you the right against self-incrimination, which extends to traffic stops. Take a look at what might happen as a result....
The term assault can refer to various acts, from negligent physical harm to causing serious injuries with full awareness. Missouri law differentiates between different types of assault. Furthermore, courts punish more severe offenses with harsher consequences....
The police can pull you over if they see you break the law. When can a routine roadside encounter lead to a request to search your vehicle? If the police believe you have evidence of a crime, a search is the next logical step in their investigation. What if the police...
If law enforcement personnel arrest you for committing a crime, your life can quickly turn upside down. As you face the charges in court or with a prosecutor, it is important to know what types of evidence the prosecutor has against you, and to watch for signs of...
Drug possession charges can leave you feeling helpless, especially if you aren’t sure how to fight them. Many people mistakenly believe that there are no defenses for drug possession, but that is not the case. There are a few different avenues available to defend...
Citizens have a right to use force when their lives are in danger. Violence is, without question, justifiable under qualified circumstances. Some may interpret injurious actions as despicable transgressions. In the aftermath, a lawsuit may arise. Particular legal...
Theft, robbery and burglary are all crimes that involve taking someone else’s property without their permission. In Missouri, these crimes are punishable by fines and maybe imprisonment, depending on the severity of the offense. Understanding the basics of these three...
There are many stories in the news today about wrongful convictions. Some people spend years and even decades in jail or prison for things they did not do. As technology adapts and becomes more sophisticated, juries scrutinize evidence at a more intense level and may...
Being arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) will land you in big legal trouble. Possible penalties include jail time and loss of license, both of which can impact your freedom. DUIs also cause financial issues, which can become quite expensive rather quickly....