Only 3 types of felony convictions qualify for expungement in Missouri, and felony shoplifting is not one of those types.

Is there anyway I can get this thrown out, reduced or dropped completely?

When the officer smelled marijuana, that gave him probable cause to search you without your consent. Yes, if you have no prior convictions, an...

Should I hire a lawyer?

If you plead guilty, 2-3 points will be added to your driving record, depending on whether this is in circuit court or municipal court. If you...

I have court on feb 24 for a drug charge. can i get a continuance without a lawyer present?

Yes, if it's your first court date and this is in a municipal court, you can ask the judge for a continuance to allow you time to hire an attorney....

Help with a speeding ticket

Yes, there are many of us on AVVO who would give you a flat-fee price quote and estimate of the fine. Which court is your ticket being prosecuted in?

Is a probation officer required to give notification about a probation violation or is this something they just should do.

Generally, when a defendant appears in court and is put on probation, the judge sometimes warns the defendant regarding what will be considered a...

Traffic warrent

It depends on which court this is in -- St. Louis County Circuit Court is different from St. Louis County Municipal Court. If you have not already...

I'm just curious if I will be drug tested in municipal court for getting caught stealing a cheap watch?

I really doubt that you will be drug-tested in court for this. You need to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney who practices in the city...

It means they realized after filing the petition that they forgot to add information about the iron stove, etc. Amending by interlineation is a way...

Can someone help with this traffic ticket?

I believe Independence Municipal Court requires a court appearance by an attorney, so your cheapest option is to try and find a traffic law...