If you have a criminal conviction, especially as a college student, you may have to deal with the repercussions for years. One mistake may cost you scholarships or even jobs.When a conviction shows up on a background check, employers may opt to pass on your...
50 people charged in college admission scandal
Every parent in Missouri wants what is best for his or her children, including attendance at prestigious colleges. However, due to the heavy competition for spots at the most elite schools, some wealthy parents have allegedly been willing to pay money to secure...
Can a drug conviction impact financial aid eligibility?
As a Missouri parent with a child in college, you probably hope that the guidance you gave your child before he or she left the nest will be enough to keep your son or daughter out of serious trouble in your absence. Unfortunately, though, many students wind up...
Knowing Missouri’s DUI penalties
Missouri residents should be aware of how DUI-related cases are handled on a local level. After all, penalties can vary vastly between states. One state may be more lax, while another could harshly penalize even first-time offenders.The Missouri Department of...
Identifying the different kinds of internet crimes
In this day and age of advanced technology, information is shared through multiple internet platforms. There is a lot of money to be made by performing illegal acts through the internet. In fact, internet crimes have run rampant as people are attempting to gain access...
Unexpected life crises, depression and DUI charges
In life, there are many different things that can go wrong and completely turn someone’s life on end. For example, someone may find out that their spouse was having an affair, that they have cancer or that their job is being terminated. People who are facing these...
