I have DWI experience down there in Mountain Grove. The criminal case against you isn't unwinnable. However, I doubt that you can succeed on a...

You can absolutely be arrested and charged with child molestation based only on "he said, she said" evidence of one person. If you're charged with...

Do I have to answer yes if I have a felony/theft with an sis?

A "conviction" only occurs when a sentence - whether a fine, jail or prison time, and/or both - are imposed. When you plead guilty and receive an...

Are you in criminal possession of drugs if all you do is throw them away after you suspect their presence?

Don't speak with anyone about this incident - including over the internet or if questioned by law enforcement - and if you eventually face a...

In Missouri, could a 19 year old male be convicted of statutory rape for engaging in sexual intercourse with a 16 year old girl?

First, for information on crimes related to sexual contact with a minor, take a look at my answer to a similar post:...

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My son was just picked up with pain killers in unmarked bottles that are not his what can I do to help

The only thing you can do to help your son is to aid him in retaining an experienced criminal defense lawyer to defend him. This is a very serious...

Caught shoplifting

There are a few different things potentially going on here. The first is that you're charged with larceny for your theft of the item. The second...

Does my 17 year old need a lawyer for trespassing violation?

If you'd like to keep this off your son's record, your best bet would be to hire an experienced criminal defense lawyer to appear in court on his...

Police officer search on breafcases in autos in missouri

There are a number of issues potentially going on with your situation, including the legality of the stop, what the officer could or couldn't see...

I received a DUI in Illinois the other night. I'm on unsupervised probation for my first DWI in Missouri. What can happen ??

With regard to your probation here in Missouri, the prosecutor in that court can file a motion to revoke your probation. If that occurs, you run...