The Hammer Law Firm, LLC Blog

• FAQ: Drug Crimes

  Sep 27, 2018
  Question: What are my rights if I’m arrested for a drug crime? A: The most important right to enact if you are arrested is your right to remain ...
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• Going Back to School? Get Educated On Title IX.

  Sep 6, 2018
  Title IX is a complicated topic, but as you return to your university classes this fall, it’s imperative that you understand what it means for you. ...
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• Attorney Mark Hammer Performs Lifesaving CPR in Court

  Jul 24, 2018
  On June 25, a student intern to the St. Louis County assistant public defender, Travis Martin, collapsed while preparing for a burglary trial in ...
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• Is Not Knowing a Minor’s Age a Valid Statutory Rape Defense?

  Jun 22, 2018
  In Missouri, the age of sexual consent is 17-years old. This legally permits anyone 17 or older to decide whether or not they want to engage in sexual ...
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• Understanding Title IX & Your Rights

  May 16, 2018
  Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex—including sexual assault—at all public and private schools, ...
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• Juvenile Crimes: How to Protect Your Children from Conviction

  Jan 25, 2018
  One of the worst fears a parent may have is getting a phone call in the middle of the night or early morning and discovering that their child is ...
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• Can I Appeal the Court's Decision?

  Jan 18, 2018
  Once all of the evidence has been presented and all of the arguments communicated, the jury or judge will decide the outcome of the trial. However, a ...
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• Can Police Search My Car Without a Warrant?

  Dec 11, 2017
  The Fourth Amendment protects American citizens against unlawful search and seizure, especially when arbitrary vehicle searches are conducted by ...
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