Year: 2015

The families of two students from a Missouri university have been left shocked and grief-stricken in the aftermath of a horrific tragedy. One of the two students is now dead, and the other is being accused of possible assault and murder in the incident. That student, a female, denies that she had anything to do with her boyfriend’s death, stating…

There are various possible outcomes for those convicted of drug-related crimes in Missouri. A person convicted of possession of drugs may be sentenced to prison, penalized with substantial monetary fines and/or forced to forfeit any number of personal assets. It is typically beneficial to retain legal assistance in such matters so that an experienced attorney can act on your behalf…

One can only imagine the panic that a person would experience if he or she woke up to find a stranger in the house. In some situations, such panic can distort a person’s perception of reality, making it difficult to adequately describe and identify an alleged perpetrator. However, one man in Missouri has been accused of attempted rape after a…

When you have been charged with a robbery crime in Missouri, it is crucial that you be aware of your legal rights. At the same time, though, you also need to be familiar with the fact that you can have — and are actually entitled to — a legal defense for the robbery charges that have been brought against you.…

Missouri officers arrest numerous individuals every single day. Police officers have a duty to protect and serve their public, and most do their utmost to achieve those goals. However, some may take things too far and fail to protect the rights of alleged suspects. Any person who is accused of a crime has the right, as part of one’s criminal…

Authorities recently arrested and charged a man with theft. According to police, the Missouri man disassembled and then stole removable part from a John Deere tractor. The police say they were able to recover the parts after receiving a tip that the parts were hidden on property near the location where the theft allegedly took place. The police apparently claim…

Any charge leveled against you is serious, including anything from drug and drunk driving charges to more violent crimes, such as rape, and white collar crimes, such as embezzlement. Regardless of the type of criminal activity of which you are being accused, there is the potential for a serious impact on your life. This is why developing a strong criminal…

Missouri deputies reported a recent incident that resulted in a man facing criminal charges after they pulled him over for several alleged traffic violations. The 33-year-old man is currently being held in jail on possession of drugs and a $3,500 cash only bond has been set. In all states, a person accused of criminal offenses is presumed innocent under the…

Facing criminal allegations involving controlled substances in Missouri is serious and can be very stressful. There are certain things to remember if you have been arrested for possession of drugs or other offenses. The most important is that you have personal rights. Penalties under conviction for drug offenses in the state are quite severe. It is possible for one who…

With Halloween coming up this weekend, it is a good time to discuss the laws surrounding the holiday and sex offenders. Halloween is a very popular time of year for many residents of Missouri. However, it can spell trouble for those who have been convicted of sexual assault and other sex crimes in the past that now require them to…