You just learned your current partner brought domestic violence charges against you. Perhaps you are not clear of the part you played in the allegations or how to respond to them. WebMD explains the different forms domestic violence takes. Educate yourself on the...
What are some common defenses to embezzlement?
If you face charges for embezzlement, you also face serious penalties if convicted for this crime. For example, a conviction for embezzlement carries heavy fines and the potential for prison time. According to the Legal Information Institute, embezzlement involves...
What to expect if you face Medicare fraud allegations
As a medical provider who participates in Missouri’s Medicaid program, you must follow a vast number of rules and regulations. The sheer number of requirements can leave you confused and unable to keep up with the mandatory requirements. This can result in you...
Understand murder charges
When people face murder charges, they may initially think that these charges are all the same. Because these charges have different consequences, people need to understand the differences between them. People may face either second-degree or first-degree murder...
Expungement: Closing cases and opening opportunities
As we navigate life, many of us hit rough patches. Some people may experience a lapse in judgment while others suffer arrests or charges for crimes they didn’t commit. A mark on your criminal record, even a small one, can have devastating consequences on your life. It...
How does a white collar charge affect my employment?
Your career is a crucial element to securing the future of your dreams. What could a white-collar crime charge do to impede your progression? White-collar crimes range from minor to serious. Even the most innocent may carry with it hefty consequences for your career....
How does Missouri law define drug paraphernalia?
Drug possession laws do not only cover illegal substances like heroin or meth. Drug users and manufacturers employ various tools and devices in order to manufacture and use drugs. The law refers to such tools as paraphernalia. Like the drugs themselves, a police...
Detailing the duty to retreat
While most people in Missouri might never see themselves facing criminal charges, many also realize that there are situations where circumstances may compel them to act. The assumption is that in those scenarios, the law permits them to act in self-defense. Yet few...
What is a terrorist threat?
The right to free speech is a cherished right in the United States. Still, you cannot expect the government to protect your speech if it causes great harm to others. One kind of speech the law will not protect is making a terrorist threat. The law takes terrorist...
What are drug schedules?
According to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, drugs and other substances are separated into five categories, also known as schedules. Schedules are determined based on a few factors, such as the medical application of the substance and its abuse potential. ...
