Can my drug charges be expunged?
A drug conviction can seriously affect your life. One nonviolent offense may affect your career aspirations, educational goals and overall reputation. You may be wondering if there is any way to wipe your criminal record clean so you can move on with your life. Thanks to a new Missouri law, expunging your drug charges may be possible. Here is…
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Can you rescind a white collar plea bargain?
If you are a Missouri resident facing a federal white collar crime charge, your attorney may have discussed with you the possibility of a plea agreement. As reported by Forbes, over 90 percent of federal charge defendants choose to enter into a plea agreement rather than to take their case to trial. Accepting a plea bargain can…
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What is a Ponzi scheme?
If you face federal securities fraud charges in Missouri, this is a very serious matter. A conviction could place you in a federal prison for life, plus the necessity of paying your alleged victims restitution in the amount of hundreds of thousands of dollars. As money.com explains, numerous types of financial fraud schemes exist, but one of…
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Missouri’s treatment courts: helping offenders help themselves
Criminal defendants with an underlying drug or alcohol problem are fortunate to live in Missouri. The state leads the nation in the establishment of treatment courts, also known as alternative sentencing courts, problem-solving courts and specialty courts. The mission of these courts is to help the defendants who come before them rather than simply sentence…
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Help your kids understand the consequences of college drinking
It’s that time of year again. Back-to-school, but instead of sending your children to high school, they’re on their way to college. This is an exciting time of year for parents and students alike, but it can also be nerve-wracking, especially for parents who are worried about the safety of children who are just venturing…
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How to get your suspended Missouri driver’s license back
Authorities in Missouri at the Missouri Department of Revenue may revoke or deny your driving privileges for a number of reasons. Common among these is a conviction or guilty plea for a driving while intoxicated charge. Other reasons include an accumulation of points on your driver’s license or a conviction for a felony involving a…
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