Criminal Defense

Being pulled over for DUI is a stressful and scary experience. A DUI in Missouri comes with serious penalties that you cannot afford, including loss of your driver’s license and potential jail time. Police officers need probable cause to arrest you for DUI. One of the...

If there’s one way to make a potentially bad situation worse if law enforcement officers are trying to get you to pull your vehicle over, it’s to try to escape them. It will likely make them more certain that you’ve done something illegal and get their adrenaline...

After being charged with a criminal offense, many accused individuals are eager to get before a jury to tell their side of the story. While you’ll certainly have your opportunity to do that through the presentation of evidence, you should think twice before deciding...

When you’re under investigation for criminal wrongdoing, it can be tempting to sit down with police and explain the situation in hopes of dispelling any suspicions that may be circling you. But doing so could be a tragic mistake that only enhances the state’s ability...

Juvenile criminal defense in St. Louis involves a multifaceted legal strategy that recognizes the unique needs of young people facing criminal charges. Understanding how the juvenile justice system functions can shed light on the challenges and opportunities young...

A criminal conviction can haunt you for the rest of your life, depriving you of professional and educational opportunities. It can also cause problems in your personal life if people find out you have a criminal record. Facing these potential consequences may seem...

Investigators and prosecutors work hard to secure criminal convictions. While this requires competent police work, in many cases they’re able to close the book on a case because of mistakes made by an alleged perpetrator. If you’re being accused of a criminal offense,...

Some drug charges come about after a long investigation. These cases often involve multiple law enforcement agencies, numerous suspects and large amounts of illegal drugs. Other drug cases arise as byproducts of unrelated encounters between a person and a police...

Missouri state police take the safety of their state seriously. One way they help achieve this goal is by arresting those who they believe pose a threat. Although this is a noble goal, we also know that not everyone the police arrest is guilty of violating the law....

In Missouri, many convicted individuals dream of starting fresh by clearing their criminal records through expungement. But who exactly qualifies for this life-changing opportunity? This blog will explain the eligibility criteria in simple terms, making it easy for...