Springfield Criminal Law Blog

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August 4, 2022
An Exception to the Fourth Amendment
The “community caretaking doctrine” is an exception to the constitutional warrant requirements which may be invoked to validate as reasonable a search of a car. The typical instance is when an abandoned, unlocked vehicle is sitting off the roadway, or sitting on a roadway or parking lot blocking traffic, or where the driver is slumped over the...
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August 4, 2022
What should I know about avoiding New Year’s Eve DUI charges?
You may have plans to go out on the town, attend a party at a friend’s home or host a party at your place for New Year’s Eve. Whether your plans involve going out or staying in, you and other Missouri residents should understand the possbilities of receiving DUI charges on one of the riskiest...
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August 4, 2022
Can you lose your license from a DWI?
There are numerous consequences on the table if the police pull a driver over on suspicion of DWI. You need to fight the charges to the best of your ability because you could go to jail and pay a massive fine.  You will also lose your driver’s license. Even with a first conviction, you will not be able...
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August 4, 2022
What are ignition interlock devices?
If you have been convicted of a drunk driving offense and have had your driver’s license revoked as a result, you may be forced to have an ignition interlock device installed in your vehicle. These devices are wired directly to your car’s ignition system and require you to submit a breath sample before the car...
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August 4, 2022
Will I go to jail for DWI in Missouri?
Each state has different laws regarding driving while intoxicated or driving under the influence, DWI and DUI, respectively. If you are a Missouri resident and police arrest and charge you with DWI, you should know the potential penalties you may face if a judge convicts you of the charges. As with all states, the particulars...
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August 4, 2022
Many individuals accused of wire fraud plead guilty
Fraud in which individuals misrepresent themselves or lie about the terms of contracts is typically evident as a pattern. Prosecutors and international investigators often spend years building cases against defendants, amassing a great deal of documentary and testimonial evidence. Cases in Missouri may involve interstate and worldwide money transfers. Obviously, these cases become rather complex. ...
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