In an effort to curb the trafficking of illegal drugs across state lines, federal authorities typically levy harsh punishments against individuals who are involved in so-called drug rings. In October, the FBI arrested one alleged drug kingpin in California and charged...
What is the difference between hemp and marijuana?
Hemp and marijuana are both from the cannabis plant family, but they are quite different. Hemp is legal in the US at the federal level, but marijuana is not, so it is essential for legal reasons to understand what distinguishes them. The National Law Review explains...
The Surprising Legal Risks of CBD and Hemp Flower in Missouri
Many sufferers of chronic pain, illness, anxiety, sleep disorders, or those looking for a recreational chill, have turned to CBD (cannabidiol) oil. Its popularity is hard to miss with CBD stores dotting the landscape and myriad products hitting the market. While the...
Drug charges and creating a danger
If you are facing drug charges, you need to examine the unique aspects of your case. Sometimes, people face additional charges, depending on the details surrounding their circumstances. For example, drug offenses involving children or the use of a vehicle sometimes...
Thousands with past marijuana convictions could see pardons
The laws in Kansas City, Missouri, have evolved recently to take a more tolerant view of marijuana use. Charges in the Municipal Court have decreased since the prosecutor's office of Jackson County announced its intention to stop prosecuting marijuana cases....
How can convictions for a drug charge affect you?
In Missouri, crimes related to drugs are taken very seriously. Due to the harsh nature with which these crimes are treated and handled, you may find yourself dealing with severe consequences if you are charged and convicted. Today, we at the Law Offices of Dee Wampler...
Rebuilding your life after a drug conviction
It is well-known and well-documented that the United States today has a serious problem with drug addiction. If you have been arrested for and convicted of a drug offense, you are not alone. Many people in Missouri and around the country find themselves in this...
Should you enter into a plea bargain?
If you face criminal charges in Missouri, there is a good possibility that the prosecutor may offer you a plea bargain. But should you accept it?FindLaw explains that a plea bargain represents a negotiated agreement between you and the prosecutor. Actually, your...
What do I need to know about community service?
You may have discussed the possibility of community service after a criminal charge, especially if you have little or no criminal history or the crime with which you are being charged is a minimal one. Like other Missouri residents, you may wonder what community...
Missouri authorities obtain warrant by delivering package
Authorities in Missouri use every method legally available to them, including special investigative techniques, to track down alleged drug dealers. For example, last Friday afternoon, a multi-agency law enforcement operation exercised a search warrant for a residence...
