Swerving and speeding can look like driving while intoxicated (DWI). In Missouri, a DWI conviction is a criminal and administrative offense. However, a conviction is different from an arrest. A police officer pulls you over due to suspicion, meaning the officer has...
Empower Yourself, Know Your Rights
Month: May 2023
What happens if I do not stop when the police pull me over?
Law enforcement officers may sometimes request you to pull over. For some people, such an experience can be understandably anxiety inducing, and nerves may compel them to ignore the directive and drive away. You should avoid doing this in most situations as it might...
Consequences of drug possession arrest in Missouri
When law enforcement arrests an individual for drug possession in Missouri, it sets in motion a series of legal ramifications. Understanding the potential consequences and the subsequent legal process becomes crucial for those facing such charges. What can individuals...
3 DUI facts underage drivers must know
Underage drinking and driving under the influence of alcohol are both dangerous and illegal. Combined, they pose significant risks to inexperienced drivers. Before young drivers take the wheel, they should understand the risks involved in drinking and driving. Teen...
Missouri’s Good Samaritan law – how does it work?
Like other U.S. states, it’s illegal to manufacture, distribute and possess controlled substances in Missouri. The state also continues to consider the possession and cultivation of marijuana – medical and recreational – as illegal. A drug possession conviction in...
Handling ignition interlock problems
If you are convicted of DUI in Missouri, you will likely experience the negative effects for quite a while. Like many people, you are probably most worried about fines and potential jail time. In addition to these penalties, there are other consequences that could...
How do you get your Missouri driving privileges back?
Driving presents comfort and ease in mobilizing our daily activities. A license suspension, revocation or denial can cause substantial troubles in how we move our lives. Anyone who has lost their license must brace for spending reasonable time, money and effort...