Facing criminal charges is a daunting experience, and it is important to handle the situation wisely. Unfortunately, many individuals make common mistakes during this challenging time, which can have serious consequences for their legal proceedings. 1. Neglecting to...
Whenever a big blockbuster film comes out, it’s easy to tell how popular it is based on the amount of internet discussion it generates. Some of the most popular online content related to recent films are screengrabs or short recordings of iconic scenes in the movies....
Criminal trials often hinge on the misunderstanding of causation and correlation. Causation and correlation are relationships that describe how variables respond to specific actions or changes. Cause and effect are the defining elements of causation. It is a...
When you face criminal charges in Missouri, it is helpful to understand how the classification system works. You may know about misdemeanors and felonies, but there are two other classifications. Plus, within the felony and misdemeanor classifications, there are...
The flag of the United States is the country’s most widely recognized symbol and for good reason. It represents a nation of freedom and liberty, and it’s popular enough that the design finds its way into clothing, decals and other ornamentation. Most public buildings...
When authorities in Missouri suspect you have been drinking and driving and charge you with doing so, there is quite a bit at stake. Even if it is your first time facing a charge of driving while intoxicated, you still stand to lose your license, rack up hefty fines...
According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, over 100,000 people in the state get arrested each year due to theft. Theft, broadly speaking, is the act of unlawfully taking another person's property with the intention of depriving them of it permanently. However,...
Involuntary manslaughter is a unique category of homicide. It typically arises when a person causes the death of another individual without the intent to kill. Usually, a person commits this crime due to recklessness, criminal negligence or other unlawful activities....
In Missouri, assault with a deadly weapon refers to knowingly causing or attempting to cause physical injury to another person using a weapon capable of causing serious harm or death. This crime's severity varies depending on the intent, degree of injury and whether...
Gun violence in schools is fast becoming a significant issue across America. But while it may be tempting as a parent or guardian to bring a firearm to protect your children from a shooter, you could get into trouble with Missouri law. Missouri laws on bringing guns...