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...
The benefits of discovery in a criminal case
Missouri residents facing felony charges have the right to exchange information with the prosecution to understand the facts of the case and the evidence gathered. This process, known as discovery, can be long and tedious, but is an important part of one’s defense. It...
Local charged in Grandview homicide
As anyone who has ever been in an argument can attest, arguments can escalate fast. And, when one of the people in the argument has a fire arm, that escalation could lead to a shooting. This does not mean that one meant for it to happen, only that it did happen. In...
Missouri domestic assault and possible defenses
If a person is charged with domestic assault in Missouri, it can cause him or her to face significant penalties. It’s helpful to understand the levels of domestic assault, possible defenses to the charge and how an attorney can help. In Missouri, domestic assault is...
Defenses to robbery in Missouri
In Missouri, robbery is defined as a theft of another person’s property or money through force, intimidation or threats. If a person uses a dangerous instrument in the robbery, that is called armed robbery. It is a felony and can carry at least 10 years in prison and...
Attacking witness credibility can be powerful in your case
Felony charges can threaten to derail your life. If you end up convicted, then your freedom, your reputation, and even your financial stability can be stripped from you. In other words, you’ve got a lot to lose in your case, which means that you need to do everything...
Remember these 4 tips to avoid prison with felony charges
There is no easy way to be sure you won't go to prison for a felony charge. The penalties you face will depend on what happened and the class of the felony. However, there are some good tips for avoiding long prison sentences in some instances. For many people,...
Imprisonment length differs in felonies and misdemeanors
Being charged with committing a crime should be taken seriously by all Kansas residents but different categories of crimes can garner different responses. A felony is different from a misdemeanor, and within these categories there are different classifications. What...
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...
Facing a felony? Get to know the different classes
When you were arrested following a fight, you didn't know that the other person was injured. When you later found out that they had passed away following the altercation, you were shocked. You also found yourself faced with felony charges that you never could have...
