August 4, 2022
If you are like many Missourians, you have an abiding fear of the Internal Revenue Service. Maybe it is similar to your possible aversion to dentists. Even though no dentist or IRS agent ever harmed you, nevertheless you dread every upcoming dental appointment and every upcoming April 15. You keep thinking that just because these...
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August 4, 2022
The state of Missouri has some interesting rules when it comes to driving while intoxicated. Individuals accused of these offenses often find it beneficial to familiarize themselves with the possible consequences of a guilty verdict in their case. Penalties become more stringent when the accused has multiple offenses on his or her record. However, it is not...
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August 4, 2022
Most people in Missouri who are convicted of drug charges are sent to prison or required to pay fines, or both. The law in many states harshly criminalizes the illicit use of controlled substances or illegal drugs. As you may know, it can be extremely difficult for those with addictions to stop using the drugs...
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August 4, 2022
Navigating the congested roads of Missouri can be frustrating for anyone. You may otherwise be a calm and patient person, but your judgment might become clouded after a drink or two. Although you might not have a blood alcohol content over the legal limit of 0.08 percent, the smallest bit of alcohol in your system...
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August 4, 2022
You may obey traffic rules, avoid taking illicit substances and never get behind the wheel after having anything to drink. The last thing you expect when you take a legally prescribed medication is to face DUI charges. However, this could be a scenario for you and other Missouri residents if an officer determined a medication...
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August 4, 2022
The Police’s classic song “Every Breath You Take” almost makes a stalker/victim relationship seem romantic. However, for those on the receiving end of stalking, this behavior is anything but ideal. Being stalked can be frightening and demoralizing. Missouri residents should also understand that if someone has reasonable proof they are a victim of stalking, the...
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August 4, 2022
To date, 29 states and the District of Columbia have legalized medical marijuana. Missouri is not one of them. However, new movement within the Missouri Legislature is sending strong signals that we may indeed be the next state to legalize cannabis, at least the “smokeless” kind, for medical purposes. On May 8, the Missouri Senate...
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August 4, 2022
You recently went through one of the most challenging and frightening times in your life, but fortunately your case was dismissed and you were not convicted of the crimes you were accused of. However, like many Missouri residents, you may not realize that your arrest is still a part of your record, and it could...
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August 4, 2022
Missouri residents can sometimes have offenses removed from their criminal record. A previous blog discussed the changes to expungements after a new law was passed. This week’s blog discusses information that people need to know if they want to get their record expunged. FindLaw says that if someone gets an expungement, certain offenses no longer appear on his...
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August 4, 2022
With the summer holiday season in full swing, it is common for many people in Missouri to be planning backyard barbeques, boating excursions, weddings and more. Alcohol is commonly served at these events with attendees driving themselves to and from them. This may well put more people at risk of being stopped by officers and...
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