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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...

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...

I have heard about mediation for years. Some of my favorite judges and lawyers have become mediators, but that was universally civil mediation. However, I have now learned that criminal mediation is a “thing,” and it can have some great potential to heal a situation...

Having a criminal record can haunt you for life. Perhaps it is littered with instances of mistakes made in your youth. Maybe you were in the wrong place at the wrong time. It could consist of a single accident you couldn't be bothered to fight in court. Regardless,...

Many people classified as Tier 1 sex offenders in Missouri have been convicted of something that they may not have realized was illegal. Being accused of committing a crime can be stressful, even more so if you don't feel you did anything wrong. When that crime is of...

Driving under the influence (DUI) in the State of Missouri is referred to as driving while intoxicated (DWI), and it’s considered a serious offense that carries severe penalties. The statute defines driving while intoxicated as driving with excessive blood alcohol...

Few crimes are dealt with more harshly than child abuse. Suppose you are accused of a crime that falls under those statutes in Missouri. In that case, you should seriously consider hiring the Missouri DWI & Criminal Law Center to begin planning your defense. In...

Being accused of a domestic violence crime can begin a harrowing experience full of costly and embarrassing court appearances and emotional turmoil. Whether you let your temper get out of control or your intentions were merely misinterpreted, it is a serious situation...