St. Louis Criminal Law Blog

The criminal justice system, for many in Missouri, can often feel overwhelming. This may be especially true for those who are facing police scrutiny and also coping with an unexpected death. Unfortunately, one man is now facing accusations of drunk driving following a recent fatal accident.

The incident that led to the man's arrest happened on a day in August. According to police, a 24-year-old male was driving a Bobcat skid-steer. A 20-year-old male was reportedly riding in the bucket of it.

There are times in people's lives in which they react on pure adrenaline. Often, these reactions are out of character. Unfortunately, a man in Missouri is now facing multiple accusations, including drunk driving, after police say he caused a fatal accident following a police pursuit.

Police say that they initially became involved with the man after receiving reports of a driver who lost a trailer in the parking lot of a fair. Officers say that they then received a report of a driver -- presumably the same one -- fleeing from a traffic accident. A pursuit began, and a deputy deployed tire deflation devices. The driver allegedly continued.

There are many people who have little experience with the law. As such, they may not fully understand all their options, should they find themselves facing legal charges. Some people may even assume that a conviction of charges is the end of the criminal justice process. However, it is often appropriate to file an appeal following a conviction. In fact, the Missouri Supreme Court recently overturned one man's conviction on assault and armed criminal action charges. 

The man was originally convicted in 2015 regarding an incident that reportedly happened at a bar in 2014. According to reports, the now 38-year-old man was involved in a knife attack that left one man paralyzed from his neck down. The alleged victim reportedly passed away due to complications from his injuries after the man was convicted of charges related to the incident.

There are many safe drivers on Missouri roadways. These drivers are vigilant at all times and prepared to appropriately react should an obstacle enter their pathway. However, even the most safety-conscious driver may not be able to respond in time to the unexpected actions of another driver. Unfortunately, a driver is now suspected of drunk driving following a recent collision -- of which many of the details remain unclear -- that sent six children to the hospital.

The incident happened during the evening hours of a day in late June. According to reports, a 29-year-old woman was headed north on a Missouri road when she attempted a turn. Reports claim that a southbound vehicle driven by a 33-year-old man struck her vehicle.