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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 offense while driving a company car or with a commercial driver's license (CDL). Whether you can drive your company...
Can I Expunge a DWI in Missouri?
Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), also called Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and other alcohol-related driving offenses often attract steep penalties. You might have to pay a fine, lose some driving privileges, or worse, go to jail. However, a DWI conviction usually...
Sexual Abuse 1st Degree – A Quick Overview
Sexual Abuse Charges in Missouri There are a number of different categories of sexual offenses in Missouri. Many of the terms and categories relating to this type of crime sound similar and can be easily misunderstood. One of the most common sex offense charges...
Can You Drop a Domestic Violence Charge in Missouri
Domestic Violence in Missouri Domestic violence is a serious crime in Missouri. At the same time, it can be a delicate issue for both the defendant and the complainant. It is not uncommon that victims of the crime later decide they want to drop charges against...
Missouri’s Implied Consent Law: What You Need to Know
DWI Investigations in Missouri Regardless of the time of day or year, drivers in Missouri may be pulled over and subjected to DWI investigations. An officer can pull you over if they suspect you are driving while intoxicated or impaired. It is common during a...
What Evidence Does a Police Officer Need to Arrest You for a DWI?
Missouri Police and DWI In Missouri, the police cannot pull you over if they do not have a valid reason. If the police stop you in traffic, they must explain the initial stop, detention, or investigation. If these standards aren't upheld, you can report any...
When is it Legal for the Police to Search My Home or Car in Missouri?
What Does the Law Say About Police Search? The Fourth Amendment prohibits forms of unreasonable searches and seizures from the police except under "probable cause." Without a search warrant, the police do not have any right to conduct searches and seizures in...
What You Need to Know About Parole Eligibility in Missouri
What Exactly is Parole? Parole is the conditional release of incarcerated individuals earlier than their sentence under the promise of continued good behavior. In Missouri, paroles are handled by the Division of Probation and Parole under the Missouri...
What is a Class E Felony in Missouri, and What Crimes Fall Under It?
What is a Class E Felony in Missouri? In the Missouri State Court System, a felony is the highest charge level. It is often less severe than a federal charge but far more severe than a local code violation or a misdemeanor. The difference between misdemeanors...
How Long Do You Stay in Jail for Possession of Drugs in Missouri?
Possession of Drugs in Missouri You are not allowed to use and possess certain drugs in Missouri, except with the supervision of a doctor or during a scientific study. If you are caught with these drugs, such as heroin, marijuana, or cocaine, and there is no...
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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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