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...
Empower Yourself, Know Your Rights
Andrew Christie
Blog
Can the police enter your home without your permission?
You may simply be watching your favorite television program one night when suddenly you hear a knock on the door. It is the police, and they are demanding to enter your home. Do you have to let them in? What if they question you? Interactions with the police in Kansas...
Not all drugs are treated the same in the eyes of federal law
When a person in Kansas City is charged with a drug crime under federal law, these charges may vary based on the type of drug at issue. Not all drugs are treated the same when it comes to federal law. Under federal law drugs are classified into five different...
Kansas City police department near top in civil rights violations
When Kansas City law enforcement is called to a scene as part of an investigation, one of the main concerns in many communities is that they will overstep their boundaries and commit civil rights violations. This can make matters worse for a person who is arrested for...
Here’s how to challenge field sobriety test results
Drunk driving allegations can harm your reputation and threaten your freedom, your finances, and even your career. With that in mind, it’s imperative that you know how to aggressively defend yourself when you’ve been accused of driving under the influence. To properly...
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...
Summer fun turns into disaster if you are arrested for DWI
This summer may look very different for people in Kansas City, Missouri, than the summer of 2020 did. People are going to barbecues, family reunions, festivals or simply to happy hour sometimes for the first time in months. Alcohol is usually served at many of these...
Recreational marijuana remains illegal in Missouri
Missouri has not joined some of its sister states in legalizing the recreational use of marijuana. The possession of marijuana in any amount, except for authorized medical use, remains illegal. As a result, a person caught with any amount of marijuana could face...
You do not have to speak to the police
Even well-intentioned police officers who are of good character ultimately are there to identify and arrest suspects and help send them to jail. They are not there to be friends with those who encounter them, and they also have a limited ability to help out someone...
How to analyze whether a plea deal is right for you
If you’ve been charged with a serious criminal offense, such as those pertaining to drug trafficking, aggravated DUI, or something involving physical violence or weapons, your future is in jeopardy. You might find yourself completely overwhelmed by the case against...