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When you’re facing drunk driving allegations, you hope that there’s a way to get the DUI charges dismissed or to otherwise avoid the worst penalties that prosecutor’s seek to impose on you. Although there might be a criminal defense strategy that allows you to beat...
Police officers often face a “now or never” situation, when they must balance enforcing the law immediately while upholding an alleged offender’s civil rights. Being in this state of emergency often requires official action then and there, which does not leave time to...
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...
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...
Driving under the influence is a charge that comes with severe consequences. If a member of law enforcement suspects you of driving under the influence of alcohol, they can administer a breath test. In Missouri, if that breath test comes back saying that your blood...
Generally, officers may use reasonable force to arrest a suspect. However, even when excessive force is applied, some law enforcers will claim you were resisting arrest as a defense for their actions. While you have the right to defend yourself against harm, proving...
Missouri takes sexual offenses very seriously. In addition to penalties, severe crimes have permanent effects, such as registering as a sex offender after fulfilling their designated prison time. According to state law, any offender who committed severe sex crimes...
The Fourth Amendment protects your right to privacy in your home, vehicle and other property. It may also apply to your self-storage unit under certain circumstances. Warrants The Fourth Amendment’s prohibition on unreasonable search and seizure and your privacy...
Under the Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution, you are protected from warrantless searches by law enforcement officials in places where you have a reasonable expectation of privacy (e.g., your home). It can be difficult to determine which places warrant...
Seeing a police officer at your door can be scary. Even if you haven’t done anything wrong, the presence of a police officer can make you uneasy. It is natural to get anxious when in an unexpected situation involving a police officer. This anxiety may cause you to...
