Recent Posts in 2016

• Shoplifting Penalties in St. Louis

  Dec 8, 2016
  Shoplifting is among one of the more commonly prosecuted criminal offenses. Whether criminal charges result from genuine mistakes, mistaken identity, ...
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• Federal Crimes: How They're Different From State Crimes

  Nov 18, 2016
  When it comes to criminal law, most illegal offenses under state law are also illegal under federal law. More often than not, the state will hold ...
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• Harsh Missouri Halloween Law Restricts the Rights of Sex Offenders

  Oct 24, 2016
  One of the biggest concerns parents face at Halloween is the safety of their children. In an effort intended to help protect children from sex ...
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• Missouri Supreme Court Decision Cites Poorly Worded Law that Makes Most Theft Crimes Misdemeanors

  Aug 24, 2016
  Earlier this week, the Missouri Supreme Court issued a ruling that packed a powerful impact – it makes most theft offenses misdemeanors rather than ...
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• Alternative Sentencing: Missouri's Drug Court Program

  Aug 9, 2016
  The past few years have seen considerable debate about our nation's drug crime policies and the way we penalize individuals convicted of drug offenses ...
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• St. Louis Cracks Down on Fireworks & DWIs for Fourth of July

  Jul 1, 2016
  With Fourth of July Weekend just days away, law enforcement agencies throughout St. Louis County and Missouri are making it clear that there will be ...
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• Multiple DWI Offenses and Enhanced Penalties

  Jun 20, 2016
  Because Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driving While Intoxicated ( DWI ) charges have become a priority for public safety, law enforcement has ...
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• Can Police Force You to Unlock Your Phone?

  May 20, 2016
  When Apple first introduced the fingerprint scanner on its iPhones, it was considered a huge step towards providing greater security for cell phone ...
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