COVID-19 UPDATE: We are open! Our team is working and offering consultations via phone, e-mail, and video conferencing.

Missouri Incarceration Rates Among Highest in the Country

A recent study shows that Missouri is among the top ten states that send the most people to prison. In 2012 along, 31,244 people were sentenced, totaling 518 new prisoners per 100,000 residents. In the same year, there was one convicted prisoner serving at least one year in prison per every 200 people living in Missouri.

These statistics mean that Missouri comes in ninth for states that send the most people to prison.

Missouri's Prison Population Increased in 2012

Although Missouri made the list at ninth, only beating Idaho, it was one of the only states in the nation that actually increased its prison population in 2012. In fact, the same study showed that Missouri prisons were only 100 inmates away from reaching capacity in the same year.

Finding a Solution to Missouri's Alarming Prison Rate

Unfortunately, Missouri is slow to implement alternative sentencing, which could eventually solve the problem. St. Louis criminal defense attorney Nicole Chiravollatti addressed the issue, explaining that the Missouri justice system is not aimed at fixing the state's overpopulated prisons.

"Missouri is not soft on crime and has only just started implementing alternative programs for offenders like drug and veteran courts. Prosecutors and judges are very quick to resort to prison time for offenses committed in Missouri, which is why it is absolutely critical to hire a skilled, experienced attorney if you have been charged with a crime in Missouri."

Looking for an attorney? Contact The Hammer Law Firm, LLC

If you were arrested for a crime in Missouri, your freedom is at stake. At The Hammer Law Firm, LLC, we are committed to standing up for the rights of our clients in court.

As former prosecutors, we know that ins and outs of the Missouri criminal justice system and are ready to use this experience to benefit your case. To start you defense, contact our office now!

Categories:

Client Testimonials

  • "I could not have imagined getting through this difficult and uncertain time without the help of the Hammer Law Firm."
    - E.M
  • "You don't know how much of a blessing you are to us"
    - C.G
  • "Mark and Nicole are the best law firm partners ever."
    - C.E
  • "Mark and Nicole are the best at getting to the truth of the matter and dedicated to your clients"
    - Vicki H.
  • "Mark Hammer is a decisive, direct, and conscientious attorney. I would definitely recommend him to others."
    - Anonymous
  • "Mark Hammer is a gentleman, exudes confidence and relieves stress with his truth"
    - Anonymous

Why Trust Our St. Lous Criminal Defense LAw Firm?

  1. More than 30 years of criminal law experience.
  2. Former prosecutors who know how the
    "other side" operates.
  3. Accessibility and availability – clients can
    always reach our attorneys.
  4. Personalized, one-on-one attention.
  5. Tough negotiators and proven trial lawyers.
Get Immediate Help

Our attorneys are dedicated to working
directly with all our clients.

  • Please enter your name.
  • Please enter your email address.
    This isn't a valid email address.
  • This isn't a valid phone number.
  • Please make a selection.
  • Please enter a message.