In the past, you made some decisions you're not proud of. You've lived and learned, and you've moved on. You didn't expect to face charges ever again, but now you're being accused of assaulting a woman you went out on a date with. You know you're innocent, but because...
Striking out with a life sentence
Those who have committed a felony in Missouri and are convicted in a court of law can receive a sentence of a specified length of time in jail. The court can also order that the defendant be placed on probation, which would mean that there are strict guidelines that...
When the police can and cannot conduct warrantless searches
A lot of people are under the impression that the police always need a warrant to search people or their property. This is false. In fact, the vast majority of police searches in Missouri and across the U.S. are conducted without a warrant. According to the University...
Drug convictions result in serious time for Mexican nationals
A United States District Judge in Kansas City, Missouri, sentenced three Mexican nationals to time in federal prison as a result of their involvement in a drug trafficking ring. The three men were convicted of distributing large amounts of methamphetamine. Their...
Technology that helps police keep tabs on citizens
Advances in technology are giving police departments across the U.S. new methods to track suspects and potentially prevent crimes. But these systems also contribute to a significant rise in the surveillance of law-abiding citizens. Law enforcement uses many new...
Missouri man charged with dealing drugs and endangering children
A Missouri man was taken into custody on drug distribution and child endangerment charges on July 16 after police officers allegedly discovered his 6-year-old son sleeping on a couch just inches from dangerous drugs. The discovery prompted the O'Fallon Police...
The long-term consequences of felonies
Being charged with a felony has some serious consequences attached to it. A felony almost guarantees that you will spend time in jail, but this is just one of the consequences of such a charge. When accused of a crime, defending yourself so that you can avoid being...
