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MAN SUSPECTED OF SEXUAL ASSAULT ARRESTED FOR RESISTING ARREST

Many people in Missouri are unsure how to react when approached by an authority figure, regardless of the reason for the interaction. In some cases, some people may react by trying to avoid an encounter. Unfortunately, a man, who was apparently a suspect in a sexual assault case, has now been arrested for resisting arrest and endangering the welfare of…

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MISSOURI INTERNET RELATIONSHIP LEADS TO RAPE CHARGE

The internet has opened many opportunities to people in Missouri and across the world. People in Missouri now have access to more products without driving long distances and are able to more easily and inexpensively maintain contact with people from various different places around the globe. However, the internet does come with some pitfalls. In fact, a teenager is now…

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MISSOURI MAN DENIED BAIL IN ASSAULT CASE

When people become involved with the criminal justice system, they are often left wondering about the process and their options. For example, a man in Missouri may be feeling a great deal of stress after his recent arrest in connection to an alleged assault. He is currently being held without bail. The man’s arrest occurred after police were called to…

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CRIMINAL LAW: 2 OVERDOSES IN MISSOURI LEAD TO ARRESTS, CHARGES

Because of the stigma associated with recreational drug use, police in many different areas often go aggressively after those they suspect of using or selling drugs. While their zealousness can be admired by some, a person cannot be convicted of a criminal charge unless there is sufficient evidence to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Because the average person in…

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MISSOURI MAN ACCUSED OF SODOMY, CHILD PORNOGRAPHY POSSESSION

The internet is an interesting, complicated world. While it places easily accessible information at many users’ fingertips, there are also those who use it maliciously, including creating applications and websites intended to harm a person’s computer or potentially lead to criminal charges. Unfortunately, one man in Missouri was recently arrested on charges related to statutory sodomy and possession of child…

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MISSOURI ROBBERY SUSPECTS ACCUSED OF POSSESSION OF DRUGS

When a person is charged with a crime, there must be sufficient evidence to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. This standard is purposefully set high in order to prevent wrongful convictions. As a result, simply being in the area when a crime allegedly occurs is likely insufficient to meet this high standard. Unfortunately, two men in Missouri have recently…

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WORKER AT MISSOURI CARE FACILITY CHARGED WITH STATUTORY RAPE

Some people have struggles in life. For many, these struggles start at a young age, resulting in interventions such as a stay at a facility that provides behavioral health services. Unfortunately, officials in Missouri have accused an employee at such a facility of statutory rape as a result of his alleged relationship with a teenager who resides at the facility.…

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INCIDENT IN MISSOURI RESULTS IN ASSAULT CHARGES

When a person is being questioned regarding possible involvement in a crime, he or she may be intimidated by authority figures and unaware of his or her rights. As a result, many people in Missouri request a lawyer during the earliest stages of an investigation. Such a professional can help those suspected of a crime fully understand the potential implications…

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MISSOURI TEACHER FACES SEXUAL ASSAULT ACCUSATION

All criminal accusations deserve an investigation. However, anyone can accuse another person of an illegal act. As a result, there must be sufficient evidence to prove a person’s guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Although a Missouri teacher has recently been accused of sexual assault, it is unclear what evidence supports the charges against the man. The alleged incident that reportedly…

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