Springfield Criminal Law Blog
What to do if the Missouri police find drugs in your car
There you were, driving home from a day out in the Ozarks to celebrate your 70th birthday when the police pulled you over. To cut a long story short, two hours later, you are sitting at the station, accused of marijuana possession and wondering what happens next. The...
6 types of white collar crimes
White collar crimes are those that have a foundation in deceit and fraud. In many cases, the goal of them is financial gain. While these actions might not result in physical harm to the victims, they can still have a damaging impact. There are many types of white...
Is gaslighting domestic abuse?
When physical abuse takes place in a relationship, the signs are often easy to spot, but how can you prove emotional violence, such as gaslighting, to the authorities? The National Coalition on Domestic Violence notes that even though nearly half of men and...
4 factors that affect your blood alcohol content level
If you consume alcohol and drive a vehicle with a blood alcohol content level at or above 0.08, you could face charges for DWI. The Governors Highway Safety Association states that it is illegal to drive with a BAC level at or above this point in Missouri and every...
Sex offenses: Some carry mandatory minimum sentences
As someone who is being accused of a sex offense, it’s important that you understand that certain offenses may have a mandatory minimum sentence. If that is the case with the charges you currently face, your attorney will work hard to help you have those charges...
What’s the difference between an MLM and a pyramid scheme?
There’s a fine line between multi-level marketing (MLM) businesses and pyramid schemes. Before you take your neighbor, best friend or brother up on that great business opportunity they’re offering, make sure that you know the difference. What’s a multi-level marketing...
Understand the consequences for underage drinking and driving
Missouri is serious about underage drunk driving. Many people under 21 experiment with alcohol. That could be the beginning of problems. There could be serious consequences if they decide to drink and get behind the wheel of a car. That could lead to criminal charges...
The connection between consent and communication
Dating is a challenging and exciting adventure for people all over Missouri. However, careless regard for another's safety or comfort may instantly compromise relationships and put people at risk of accusations of criminal behavior. Whether male or female, people who...
Public officials cannot accept bribes
People will do a lot of things to sway the opinions and actions of politicians and other public officials. In some cases, they’ll attempt to bride them by offering financial compensation in exchange for the official taking specific action on their behalf. For...
What does a DWI conviction mean to your future?
Driving a vehicle while intoxicated is a big risk, as it has the potential to result in your arrest and eventual conviction. And if that happens, you can expect it to change your life in a variety of ways. With this in mind, it’s imperative that you protect your legal...
