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Possession or use of unlicensed firearms can land you with a number of weapons charges in Missouri. State law broadly divides charges into two categories: possession and use offenses. Penalties may include thousands of dollars in fines or mandatory prison sentences....
An old drug conviction in Missouri may be eligible for expungement, but your eligibility often depends on the offense, your record since then and whether the conviction fits Missouri’s expungement rules. Some drug convictions can qualify because Missouri law allows...
A single fraud charge can put an entire medical career on the line. If you face an allegation of healthcare fraud, you may worry not only about fines or jail time, but also about whether you can continue practicing medicine. This question has a serious answer: a...
When your child faces drug charges in St. Louis, you may feel pressure build quickly as questions about what happens next start to surface. Missouri law treats drug related allegations seriously, yet the outcome often depends on age, circumstances and prior history....
Feeling unsafe at home or in your community can be incredibly stressful. In Missouri, an order of protection is a legal tool that helps create distance between you and someone who may pose a threat. While every situation is different, understanding how these orders...
A federal charge is something that you should never take lightly. Federal cases move fast and involve detailed investigations by national agencies. And because federal courts follow strict rules and sentencing guidelines, the stakes can rise higher than in many state...
If you have been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI) in Missouri, it is important for you to gain a deeper insight into the state’s DUI booking process and learn how you can protect your legal rights. What happens during the booking process? If...
An arrest is a stressful experience. People going about their lives suddenly find themselves deprived of their freedom. Individuals taken into state custody are likely to face criminal charges in the near future. Those in state custody frequently make mistakes that...
For the state to successfully prosecute an individual, a prosecutor's office must meet a relatively high burden of proof. During a trial, the prosecutor must convince jurors beyond a reasonable doubt that a crime occurred and the defendant was the one who committed...
Federal institutions house thousands of individuals. The federal penitentiary system has over 100 different institutions around the country that serve a variety of different purposes. Those accused of federal criminal offenses may serve their sentences in one of the...