When Missouri police pull over a driver on suspicion of driving under the influence, the drier is required to submit to a roadside test for drug or alcohol intoxication. This is based on the state’s “implied consent,” law, which holds that drivers consent in advance...
Kansas City Criminal Defense Blog
How do you build a criminal defense?
You may have gotten into a situation that you have difficulty fixing and getting out of. If you have been charged with a felony, you will want to build a criminal defense and most likely, you will want the support of an attorney who has the knowledge and the skills to...
How a DUI can damage your reputation
Kansas City and Missouri residents who face a DUI charge may have many questions and concerns. Most of these usually involve how much any fines will be, if a driver’s license will be suspended and if they will go to jail. However, a criminal conviction can have many...
How the police try to get you to talk during an investigation
There’s a good chance that the prosecution is going to have physical evidence to present against you in your criminal case. However, you’d be surprised by the number of individuals who end up convicted because they talk themselves into trouble when interacting with...
Four considerations before taking a plea deal
When you’re charged with a drug crime, the prosecution is probably going to initially threaten you with the harshest penalties allowed under the law. And some of those penalties are quite extensive. Depending on the circumstances of your case, you may be facing jail...
An accused criminal has the right to a defense
In the United States, if you are accused of committing a criminal act, you have the right to an attorney, whether that is an attorney whom you hire privately or a public defender. The fact is that you have the right to a defense. Sometimes, it may be preferable to...
Can you block some of the prosecution’s evidence?
Are you worried about the ramifications of the criminal charges that have been levied against you? It’s OK if you are. After all, the consequences of a criminal conviction can be severe, leaving you facing jail or prison time, excessive fines, damage to your...
Are you aware of these potential penalties upon conviction?
Facing criminal charges can be scary. But you have to be brave and confront the realities in front of you if you hope to stand a chance of avoiding the harshest of penalties and protecting your future as much as possible. While in some instances that means negotiating...
Pot charges can differ from county to county
Over the past 20 years, there have been a lot of changes in the law around cannabis. Missouri and some other states have legalized marijuana for medical purposes. Others have legalized it for recreational purposes, and there is a whole booming industry built around...
Penalties a minor might face for DWI and alcohol-related offenses
As the summer approaches, people in Kansas City and throughout Missouri will take to outdoor activities, go to events and try to enjoy the warm weather. For many, that will include drinking alcohol. Some might make the mistake of getting behind the wheel after...