Empower Yourself, Know Your Rights
Have you ever wondered how past mistakes can affect your future? In Missouri, the habitual offender law does just that regarding criminal sentencing. This law can significantly increase the punishment for those with prior felony convictions. Let’s break down what this...
Aggravated assault is one of the most severe felonies you can face in Missouri. This offense occurs when someone inflicts serious bodily harm on another individual or employs a lethal weapon while attacking them. Understanding the specifics of this charge can help you...
Finding low-priced designer goods, gadgets and other high-ticket items on online marketplaces is enough to make you double-take. The thought of snagging such a steal can be irresistible, but making the purchase could have consequences. For some time now, goods stolen...
Not all controlled substances are homemade concoctions; some of the most infamous schedule drugs also happen to be commonly prescribed medications. Things like alprazolam (Xanax), diazepam (Valium), methylphenidate (Ritalin), morphine and oxycodone (OxyContin) are...
Critical infrastructure like water treatment facilities, power plants and telecommunication towers are closed off to the public for good reason. These facilities are responsible for many of the modern conveniences everyone enjoys, so it’s important to protect them...
Missouri is one of several states that allow the carrying of concealed and loaded firearms in public without a permit. While that means the state is very lenient when it comes to carrying firearms, there are still some restrictions that gun owners should keep in mind....
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...
Serious, overwhelming, stressful and scary: These are all ways to describe what it is like to face a felony charge. From the moment you are charged, the prosecution is working diligently on building a case against you. Thus, it is pertinent that you work as quickly...
Being accused of a crime can be terrifying. The outcome of your case can have a profound impact on your life and your family. Burglary is a serious offense with serious repercussions, so it’s important to understand what’s involved in such a charge. What does burglary...
Suspects in most serious crimes are charged within a few days of the alleged incident. In some cases, however, prosecutors may wait weeks or even months to file charges as they strive to uncover evidence of other crimes allegedly committed by the suspect. In a case...
