Recent Posts in the Criminal Defense Category

• Can I Get My Accuser to Drop Domestic Violence Charges?

  Jun 15, 2020
  When the police are called for domestic violence charges, they are able to make an arrest if they have probable cause to believe any abuse took place. ...
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• The Consequences of Being Found Guilty of a Title IX Violation

  Jul 1, 2019
  The federal Title IX law states that all universities are required to investigate crimes of sexual violence, complete with disciplinary hearings. Any ...
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• Is It Rape If Both Parties Are Drunk?

  Dec 28, 2018
  Two young college students meet at a party and play some drinking games together. After a few rounds of beer pong and flip-cup, the two become ...
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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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