Missouri Defunds Sobriety Checkpoints
As of last week state lawmakers passed legislation to defund Missouri sobriety checkpoints. While law enforcement is still allowed to conduct these checkpoints if they want, the state will no longer fund them. Missouri lawmakers decided to stop funding checkpoints based on two primary reasons: Driver’s have the right to avoid unreasonable searches; and Checkpoints are…
Read MoreMissouri Criminal Sentencing: What You Should Know
Missouri courts have authority for sentencing criminal defendants pursuant to Missouri statute 557.011. Missouri criminal sentences most commonly involve a fine, imprisonment term, or a combination of the two. Missouri courts cannot impose a sentence that is not authorized by the statute, but the statutes do provide judges with some discretion as to what sentence they will…
Read MoreMissouri DWI Expungement: Am I Eligible?
Have you ever questioned whether or not that DWI from your past can be erased? There is a Missouri statute that can answer that question for you. It’s the Missouri Statute dealing with expungement of DWI/ BAC convictions from a person’s record. The Missouri DWI expungement statute is limited in use, but where available, it will not only remove…
Read MoreMultiple DWI Laws in Missouri
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) is both a criminal and civil offense in the state of Missouri. The effects of choosing to drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol can be devastating and can last a lifetime. While even the first offense may result in harsh penalties, Missouri imposes stricter consequences with each subsequent arrest.…
Read MoreThe New Year Means a New Criminal Code for Missouri
It’s been nearly four decades since Missouri last revised their criminal code. A process long in the making, the new code will take effect on the first of the New Year. Some of the changes to the new criminal code include adjustments to misdemeanor and felony classes and fines, marijuana possession and stealing charges, and intoxication…
Read MoreA St. Louis DWI Attorney Tells What to Do When Pulled Over for Suspicion of DWI
By the time the lights are flashing in a driver’s rear-view mirror, the officer has already made some observations they will use in their report. Every action or inaction the driver takes could be used against them in court so it’s important to think as clearly as possible. There probably won’t be time to consult…
Read MoreA St. Louis DWI Attorney Will Defend a Client’s Rights
Driving drunk is a serious offense, and activists all over the country are working hard to make laws harsher for people who have a drink before they get into their vehicles. Fortunately, simply being pulled over and charged with DWI doesn’t mean a driver will face any of these consequences. A St. Louis DWI attorney…
Read MoreA Consultation With a St. Louis DUI Attorney Can Dispel Many Common Misconceptions
Casual conversations over drinks often lead to debates and questions such as is it better to refuse a breath or blood test so the police do not have evidence for DUI charges? While this question seems straightforward, it is important for clients of a St. Louis DWI lawyer to understand the complexities of DUI laws…
Read MoreDefenses Used by a St. Louis DUI Attorney
Everyone has heard urban legends about beating DWI charges, such as sucking on a breath mint or a penny while being pulled over. However, these tactics have repeatedly been debunked. Instead of relying on myth to beat a DWI, it is better to mount a thorough, credible defense with the help of a local DWI…
Read MoreLearn About Life After a Conviction From a St. Louis DWI Attorney
When many people think of the consequences of a DUI conviction, the only things that come to mind are the fines, driver’s license suspension, and potential time in jail. However, there are several other things a defendant should consider before they admit to these charges in court without consulting a St. Louis DUI attorney. An…
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