When Do You Need a Lawyer for a DUI/DWI Charge?
Deciding whether to retain an attorney, go with the public defender, or represent yourself in a DUI case. Driving under the influence is considered a crime in every state. So, DUI charges are handled in criminal court. You have a right to represent yourself in criminal court. But most defendants either hire a private lawyer […]
Tips on Selecting the Right Personal Injury or Car Accident Lawyer
If you are in a car accident and suffer an injury, you should consult with an attorney. Although most people would like to do the right thing and compensate your for your injury, it is rarely up to the person which caused the injury. In fact, it will more than likely be at the discretion […]
10 ways to identify if your lawyer is right for you
An ideal lawyer will not just have a string of impressive credentials or gold lettering on his door. He or she will be caring, concerned, and devoted to their work. You need to think carefully before laying your trust in a lawyer after all in some cases your life, future, money or property will be […]
Missouri Criminal Law: An Overview
Missouri was once known as the methamphetamine capital of the nation in the early 2000s until around 2014. Drug crime rates in Missouri are still considerably higher than many states. Missouri also ranked ninth in the nation for violent crime rates in 2015 at a rate of 497.4 crimes per 100,000 residents. In 2015, three […]
5 Tips For Your Child Custody Case
Child Support is an area where emotions can run incredibly high. It is important to keep as objective as possible when it comes to the aspects of your case in which you can control. Below are five helpful tips for your child custody case. In order to help your Child Custody case, be sure to: […]
Missouri Personal Injury Law
Don’t underestimate the losses you’ve suffered from a personal injury. A personal injury’s impact on your life can result in both financial and personal losses, regardless of whether you sustained a physical injury or if your property was damaged. As a Missouri resident, you have the right to seek financial compensation for your losses through […]
WHAT IS A FELONY DWI IN MISSOURI
A felony DWI in Missouri typically occurs when the defendant has been convicted of at least two (2) prior intoxicated-related offenses with a penalty of at least one (1) year in jail and a minimum fine of one thousand dollars ($1,000.00). There are several felony DWI classifications in the State of Missouri, with Class E […]
5 IMPORTANT THINGS TO DO IF YOU ARE PULLED OVER FOR DWI
Drunk driving is one of the leading causes of road accidents in the United States. Figures from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that in 2018, there were 10,511 alcohol-related traffic fatalities in the country, 240 of which occurred in Missouri. To prevent these deadly incidents, police officers investigate vehicles that show signs of […]
Differences Between DWI and DUI in Missouri
There are no real difference between the legal terms DWI and DUI in Missouri except that one means Driving While Intoxicated and the other stands for Driving Under the Influence. Both terms refer to impaired driving; however, DWI is the preferred Legal term. DWI Defined A DWI refers to Driving While Intoxicated and is given […]
CAN I HAVE A DWI EXPUNGED FROM MY RECORD IN MISSOURI
Yes…According to the Missouri DWI Expungement Statute, drivers convicted of a first time DWI in Missouri can expunge that DWI from their record after a period of 10 years has elapsed since pleading guilty or being convicted of a first offense alcohol-related driving offense, the alcohol-related offense was a misdemeanor or a county or city […]
