Springfield Criminal Law Blog
How do you handle your sex offense in a job interview?
You want to put your legal past behind you, but find it crops up unexpectedly in various areas of your life. For instance, you must inform potential employers of your record, and you may have to explain your offense in an interview. How should you handle this? Monster...
Evidence quality may prove or disprove a trafficking charge
Trafficking offenses related to forced labor or prostitution may result in a serious felony charge. According to the FBI, however, a prosecutor may first need to prove that an individual charged used threat, physical force or coercion to bring about a victim’s...
Treatment programs may help addicted nurses regain their career
From long, often emotionally intense hours on the job to the high risk of developing musculoskeletal and other stress injuries that require ongoing pain relief, nurses and nursing assistants may face a higher risk for developing a substance abuse issue. In addition...
Dealing with false accusations of domestic violence
Domestic violence is a heinous crime, which is why the public reviles it so much. This is also why false accusations of domestic violence can be extremely damaging to the life of the accused. If you are currently dealing with false accusations of domestic violence, it...
What are the long term consequences of a felony charge?
Missouri residents like you may face serious consequences if convicted of a felony. All states treat felonies as serious crimes and Missouri is no exception. But the impact of this conviction does not end after your sentence. Unfortunately, a felony conviction can...
Is a plea bargain right for you?
As someone facing serious charges in Missouri, you may wonder what your options are. When looking at the possibility of going to court for a trial, you might feel overwhelmed. It is hard to narrow down your options, too. One potential option is agreeing to a plea...
What are drug schedules?
You may not realize that drugs have different classifications. Members of law enforcement categorize drugs based on the medical use of a substance. According to the United States Drug Enforcement Administration, these drug schedules consider how likely it is that you...
Are you eligible for drug court in Greene County?
As someone facing a Missouri drug charge, you may have valid fears about having to spend time in jail, among other penalties, if your charge leads to a conviction. Depending on circumstances, though, you may have an opportunity to enroll in drug court, rather than...
Tax Evasion vs. Tax Avoidance: What Are the Legal Risks?
Let’s face it—the word “taxes” alone can be a major stress inducer for most people. A main reason for this is the underlying fear of making a mistake that could lead to an IRS audit, potentially resulting in hefty fines, penalties, or even a jail sentence. In the past...
How does mail and wire fraud differ?
Missouri law handles both mail and wire fraud in a serious way. These two crimes often end up conflated with one another as well. But despite their overt similarities, they have many distinctions and differences. The law handles them as separate crimes. So what are...
