On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Sep 22, 2020 | Criminal Defense
If you face a drug charge in Missouri, then you may get the opportunity to go through drug court. The 13th Judicial Circuit of Missouri explains drug court is an alternative option that allows you to seek treatment and help instead of going through the system to...
On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Sep 2, 2020 | Criminal Defense, Firm News
Domestic violence (DV) charges are a common occurrence in Missouri and throughout the United States. Although many claims of DV are valid and need to be taken seriously, false claims are not uncommon. While a significant majority (85%) of domestic violence claims are...
On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Aug 19, 2020 | Criminal Defense
When a law enforcement officer shows up at your door and requests to look around, you have the option of refusing to allow him or her to enter in the absence of a warrant. When authorities stop you while you are driving in your car, though, the laws are a bit...
On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Aug 14, 2020 | Criminal Defense
The passage of Missouri’s Senate Bill 600 changes the classification and sentencing of certain felony offenses. For example, an increase in complaints of vehicles reportedly stolen has resulted in lawmakers elevating carjacking to a Class A Felony. Previously,...
by cjones | Aug 12, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Title IX states: “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” In far too...
On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Jul 15, 2020 | Criminal Defense
People make mistakes that land them on the wrong side of the law all of the time. When you’re going through a nasty divorce and custody is a hard-fought issue, however, ending up under arrest and facing charges for just about anything can be a serious problem. It...
On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | Jun 5, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Most forms of theft are property crimes that carry noteworthy penalties. However, robbery, especially armed robbery, can carry more significant consequences than other forms of theft, in part because of the violence inherent in robbery that is typically not present in...
On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | May 29, 2020 | Criminal Defense
It could start when you are out having a drink or during a discussion with friends. Maybe someone insults you, or maybe they threatened one of your friends. The next thing you know, you have gotten into a physical fight with someone and police are on the scene. If...
On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | May 21, 2020 | Criminal Defense
If you’re facing drug charges in Missouri, you may be worried about what that means for your future. Felony drug sentences can lead to up to 30 years in prison for a single charge, which is something that may seem terrifying to you. The important thing to remember is...
On behalf of Wampler & Passanise | May 14, 2020 | Criminal Defense
For many people, driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges are a source of embarrassment and stress. Some people become so anxious about the prospect of going to court over a DWI that they simply plead guilty to the charge in the hop of reducing the penalties they face...
