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EXPLORING OPTIONS FOR DEFENSE AGAINST POSSESSION OF DRUGS CHARGES

Missouri law is strict when it comes to drug-related crimes. Being accused of possession of drugs or other illicit drug activity may have immediate and long-lasting negative effects on a person’s private and/or professional life. Those facing such charges will want to explore any available options to build a strong defense. Depending on the circumstances, a person may need experienced…

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TEEN IN MISSOURI ACCUSED OF THEFT OF HISTORICAL TREASURE

For a parent to have a minor child accused of crime is an obviously stressful situation. When a teen faces charges of theft or other misdemeanor infractions, it is advisable to seek criminal defense assistance before proceeding to court. The laws and regulations that govern juvenile matters in Missouri may differ from those pertaining to adult defendants. In a recent…

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MISSOURI INTERNET SEX CRIMES: ADS FOR SEX ACTS PART OF NEW LAW

Missouri law is about to change, effective August 28. Apparently, the new law states that internet sex crimes and other sex-related offenses will include advertisements that promote sex acts. Nevertheless, being accused of sex crimes and being convicted are two very different things. Often, presenting a strong defense in court significantly impacts the outcome. The governor recently signed the legislation…

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MAN ACCUSED OF THE ROBBERY OF 2 CONVENIENCE STORES IN 16 MINUTES

A recent case in Missouri involves a man who has been accused of holding up two convenience stores within 16 minutes. These charges come directly after previous robbery and drug allegations that the man has supposedly committed. The man must now focus on a criminal defense as he faces the pending charges. According to police claims, a 23-year-old man held…

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MISSOURI TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS STOPS DO NOT ALWAYS GO WELL

There are any number of reasons that a police officer in Missouri might attempt to pull over a motorist. During such situations, an officer might, at some point, ask the driver to exit the vehicle. Even if a motorist is charged with traffic violations, a police officer must adhere to protocol and regulations that protect the person’s constitutional rights at…

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PROTECTING PERSONAL RIGHTS AFTER BEING CHARGED FOR SEXUAL ASSAULT

Being accused of a crime that is sexual in nature can bring a person’s reputation to near ruin. Any person in Missouri or elsewhere has the right to explore all available options to fight against sexual assault charges. In fact, there are several things a criminal defense attorney can do immediately to help a defendant protect his or her legal…

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DOCTORS OUTSIDE MISSOURI FACING CRIMINAL LAW CHARGES FOR DRUGS

When community professionals or officials are accused of illegal drug activities, their reputations are at stake. Criminal law assistance is available to anyone facing drug charges in Missouri; this is often a key factor in obtaining a positive outcome in court. Defendants typically wish to minimize the potential negative impact such charges can have on their futures; thus, retaining experienced…

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PROTESTANT PREACHER IN MISSOURI WILL DO TIME FOR STATUTORY RAPE

Many Missouri parents have entrusted their children to the spiritual care of youth ministers in their churches. Protestant congregations often have tremendous membership numbers, with hundreds, if not thousands, of area youth coming together for activities, field trips and worship services. One can only imagine the depth of a parent’s grief to learn that a child has been assaulted in…

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