How much does a Missouri DWI affect auto insurance rates?
A Missouri conviction for driving while intoxicated brings with it considerable penalties. If you have the unfortunate experience of facing a DWI charge, you may face steep fines, mandatory jail time and more if convicted. While these repercussions can cost you a lot of money, the expenses you will face for a DWI conviction, regrettably,…
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When can police search my cellphone?
Constitutional protections against unreasonable searches and seizures certainly apply to cellphone phones and other electronic devices. But how much privacy you can expect to have in data stored on those devices? In this post, we’ll discuss some of the scenarios of when cellphone searches are and aren’t allowed. If you give them consent If police…
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Should you enter into a plea bargain?
If you face criminal charges in Missouri, there is a good possibility that the prosecutor may offer you a plea bargain. But should you accept it? FindLaw explains that a plea bargain represents a negotiated agreement between you and the prosecutor. Actually, your attorney undoubtedly will be the person who negotiates with the prosecutor instead of you,…
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What to know about restricted driving privileges
Drunk driving continues to be a depressingly common problem throughout Missouri. Two children in separate DUI incidents recently suffered injuries in Kansas City within minutes of one another. The police have arrested both drivers. The penalties for a DUI conviction are severe. A first offense can lead to fines of up to $500 as well as up to six…
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What are the benefits of expunging your record?
Whether you were unjustly accused or made a mistake that you would like to put in the past, you may have options to clear your record that you were unaware of. As we have explained in previous posts, you may, under certain conditions, be able to erase or seal a criminal charge or conviction so…
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Job scams can unwittingly incriminate innocent people
The job market is often competitive, and it can be difficult for some people to make a living wage. As such, many people in Missouri and elsewhere seek second jobs or look for easy and quick ways to make good money. It is important to understand that some jobs are not as legitimate as they…
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