Your conviction does not qualify for expungement (removal from criminal record) in Missouri.

Got caught shoplifting items of 26.83. Didnt get arrested but got a citation. Will this be on my record? What happens in court?

Yes, you definitely need to hire an attorney to keep this off your criminal record. The potential sentence for misdemeanor stealing (under $500)...

I received a citation for improper use of turn indicator resulting in accident, I live in Mo. and have to appear per court clerk

Yes, an attorney can represent you in court for this ticket. The fact that your name is listed incorrectly on the ticket is not sufficient...

Duis, marajuana, and sentences/fines

35 grams or less is misdemeanor possession of marijuana in Missouri. Potential sentence is up to 1 year in jail and up to $1,000 fine. If you hire...

Ok so I need to know what to do I got a petit larceny charge but I did not get read my rights before getting questioned what do?

Police officers don't have to read you your Miranda rights unless they are questioning you while in police custody. You need to hire an...

I am on probation currently for a misdemeanor possession charge. is there anyway i can just choose to serve jail time still?

Think twice about this. If you end up with a conviction for possession of drugs, that conviction can never be expunged (removed) from your criminal...

Do I need to hire a traffic lawyer?

In my opinion, you will need to hire a traffic law attorney to handle this for you if you want to try and keep it off your record. Make sure you...

I have been placed on probation thru the court and had my probation revocated due to theft for second time wha will happen

If the judge has denied your request for a public defender, see if there are any free legal clinics or other social services agencies in your area...

I did fill out the application rightafter i left the court, and the judge reviewed and denied it, so my question is what to do?

The judge will ask if you are pleading guilty or not guilty. If you plead not guilty, he will set a trial date for your case. If you plead guilty,...

There is no statute of limitations on unpaid tickets. Please note that some courts issue arrest warrants for defendants who fail to pay the fine...