by Brian | Jun 27, 2024 | Blog, Uncategorized
Learn how Missouri’s Good Samaritan Law can result in the dismissal of drug charges for those seeking medical assistance for drug overdoses. What Is a Good Samaritan Law? In 2017, the Missouri Legislature passed RSMo Section 195.205, Missouri’s Good...
by Brian | Jun 15, 2024 | Blog
Underage alcohol offenses are severely penalized under Missouri’s Abuse and Lose statute, leading to lasting consequences for young offenders. The state’s abuse and lose statute can result in driver’s license suspensions or revocations for drivers...
by Brian | Jun 11, 2024 | Blog
Prior and Persistent Offenders in Missouri While Missouri doesn’t have a three-strikes law, it does harshly penalize prior and persistent offenders–those with prior felony convictions. Under Missouri law, prior felony convictions can be used to enhance...
by web | Mar 25, 2024 | Blog
Overview of the Juvenile Justice System in Missouri The juvenile justice system is a branch of criminal law specifically designed to handle cases involving juveniles, typically individuals under 18 years old. Unlike adult criminal court, the juvenile court focuses on...
by web | Mar 25, 2024 | Blog
Definition of Cross-Examination Cross-examination is a stage in court proceedings, especially in criminal trials, where the defense attorney questions the prosecution witness to challenge their testimony and credibility. It follows the direct examination, where the...
by web | Mar 14, 2024 | Blog
Understanding Expungement in Missouri Expungement in Missouri is a legal process that allows individuals to remove certain criminal offenses from their public record, thereby offering a fresh start and an opportunity to move past a single mistake. Under Missouri...
