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Missouri Amendment 3 Legalizes Recreational Marijuana
What Is Missouri Amendment 3? On November 8, 2022, Missouri residents voted to amend the state constitution to legalize marijuana for recreational use, only four years after it was approved for medical purposes. Where Amendment 2 legalized the plant’s use for...
How Does SR-22 Work in Missouri?
Who Needs SR-22 Insurance in Missouri? High-risk drivers in Missouri who have committed serious traffic violations like reckless driving and DUI need SR-22 documentation. The SR-22 documentation, or a certificate of financial responsibility, is required by...
Do You Know How to Defend against Drugged Driving Charges?
Elements the Prosecution Has to Prove in a DUI Case To convict an individual for DUI (driving under the influence), the prosecution must show that the defendant was under the influence and drove a motor vehicle. If you were caught driving under the influence of a...
Penalties for First-Time Drug Charges in Missouri
First-Time Possession Charges Drug laws in Missouri are more stringent than in other states, and drug crimes are considered a felony punishable upon conviction. With such strict drug possession laws, a skilled lawyer can help you get your felony drug charges...
What You May Not Know About Drug Paraphernalia Charges
Missouri Drug Paraphernalia Charges Under state and federal law, marijuana, cocaine, and heroin are prohibited. The possession of drug paraphernalia is also unlawful under federal law and state laws. So, you can also face drug charges for owning or selling...
How Long Will a DUI Conviction Stay On Your Record
Do DUI Convictions Stay On My Record Forever? Spiked car insurance rates are not the only thing you need to worry about with a DUI conviction. Your criminal and driving record could affect your source of livelihood, education, relationship with your car...
How Are Sex Crimes Determined to Be either Misdemeanors or Felonies in Missouri
Missouri's Sex Crimes Classification System Sex crimes are treated with the utmost seriousness in the state of Missouri. However, the law regards some crimes of sexual abuse as more damaging/serious than others. This is why some are classified as felony sexual...
Being Stopped for DUI and Your Right To Remain Silent
During a DUI stop, knowing when to invoke the right to remain silent to avoid incriminating yourself and, if possible, preventing an arrest is essential. You might be able to suppress self-incriminating evidence in a DUI case if your rights weren't read to you when...
Why Do People Make False Accusations of Rape?
It is undeniable that rape and all forms of sexual assault have severely painful and lasting effects on the victims. In contrast, falsely accused individuals may suffer if convicted - even the mere accusation of rape can cause irreparable harm. It takes a...
Why Do People Make False Accusations of Child Molestation?
Child abuse, especially sexual abuse, is a sensitive issue in society. Consequently, law enforcement does not take such accusations lightly. With little more than the testimony of the child and a corroborating parent, police officers can charge the accused with a...
What to Do if I’m Accused of Child Molestation, and I’m Innocent?
A person accused of sexually abusing a child faces critical damage to their reputation and severe legal penalties. This is why false accusations can be so devastating. Many times, false accusations do not originate from the child. An adult such as an ex-spouse may...
Can I Drive My Company Car After a DWI
A DWI or DUI conviction on your criminal record could affect your employment in several ways. The situation gets more complicated if you commit a DUI while driving a company car or with a commercial driver's license (CDL). A CDL is a commercial driver's license...
BAC Calculator
If you have been drinking, use our "Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) Calculator"to estimate your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) before you drive, but please keep in mind that the information it provides is just an estimate and may not be inaccurate.
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