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Are you eligible for drug court in Greene County?

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Oct 29, 2020 | Criminal Defense

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?

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Oct 28, 2020 | White Collar Crime

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?

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Oct 26, 2020 | White Collar Crime

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...

Understanding Missouri domestic assault charges

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Oct 26, 2020 | Criminal Defense

If a spouse or family member has accused you of domestic assault in Missouri, you should understand the potential charges you face. State law establishes three levels of domestic assault charges with different criminal penalties for each.  Review the degrees...

What happens if the IRS suspects tax evasion?

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Oct 23, 2020 | White Collar Crime

The IRS considers some incorrect tax actions negligent, while other actions constitute fraud. An investigation will determine whether the agency will pursue criminal charges.  Review the federal laws about tax fraud and evasion.  Types of tax evasion  The IRS may...

Why are probable causes to arrest fallible?

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Oct 20, 2020 | DWI

In Missouri, residents like you know not to hit the road after having a drink. Unfortunately, officer observation is not a fool-proof tool of DWI detection. Even if you did not consume any alcohol, you could end up getting into trouble. This is especially true when it...

What are the potential penalties for mail fraud?

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Oct 19, 2020 | White Collar Crime

In Missouri, white collar criminal convictions are often met with hefty penalties. Depending on your criminal charge, you could face the potential of years in jail, hefty fees and more. One example is mail fraud. This white collar crime involves the use of mail in a...

What differentiates standardized and non-standardized field sobriety tests?

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Oct 9, 2020 | DWI

Missouri residents like you may face a field sobriety test if suspected of driving while intoxicated. DWI charges are not made lightly in the state and an arresting officer often needs solid proof of suspicion before making an arrest. Field sobriety tests are the...

Can a DWI change your college trajectory?

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Oct 7, 2020 | DWI

As a college student in Missouri, you want to maximize your college experience. You want to try new things, go new places and expand your horizons. Most importantly, you want to get started on figuring out your career path and establishing what you want to work toward...

Important facts about first-degree murder

On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Oct 5, 2020 | Criminal Defense

People may not realize that there are different types of murder charges. If people are facing first-degree murder charges, they need to understand exactly what this means. First-degree murder is the most serious kind of homicide charge. According to the Missouri...

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