by Kimberly Benjamin | Jul 19, 2021 | Criminal Defense, Violent Crimes
Although many people are aware that they have laws that protect them and their children from domestic violence, not all have been as certain about the safety of their pets when vindictive spouses or ex-partners are involved. Recently, Missouri’s protection order...
by Kimberly Benjamin | Jun 18, 2021 | Criminal Defense
You can now petition the court of Missouri to close or permanently remove some of your criminal records. The first Missouri expungement law that became effective on January 1, 2018, allowed some misdemeanors and felony crimes to be expunged after a period of time. A...
by Kimberly Benjamin | Jun 18, 2021 | Criminal Defense
Before Missouri legalized medical marijuana in 2018, officers dealt out thousands of fines and punishments for marijuana possession. As a result, hundreds of people ended up with criminal charges on their records for something that’s now perfectly legal. To...
by Kimberly Benjamin | Jun 18, 2021 | Criminal Defense
In 2018, voters approved an amendment that made medical marijuana legal in the state of Missouri. Three years later, marijuana dispensaries have started appearing in cities across the state. To buy marijuana legally, you’ll need to get a medical marijuana card...
by Kimberly Benjamin | May 26, 2021 | Criminal Defense
Being charged with a crime in Kansas City can leave you confused and stressed, especially if it’s your first time, or if you believe that you’re innocent. The Sixth Amendment of the Constitution declares that every person has a right to an attorney to represent him or...
by Kimberly Benjamin | Apr 26, 2021 | Criminal Defense
Sometimes it can be stressful, upsetting, and confusing to have an encounter with a police officer in Missouri. However, knowing your rights can help you have an easier time whenever you encounter law enforcement. Whether or not you believe that you’re guilty of...
