As technology grows and becomes more and more prevalent, so does the ability to commit fraudulent crimes or white-collar crimes. White-collar crimes of all types have become easier and less traceable. Additionally, the growth of technology has generated new varieties...
Month: August 2021
Forgery and Missouri Law
The state of Missouri classifies forgery as a serious offense. A conviction will warrant significant penalties. Missouri defines its stance on forgery in Statute 570.090 What is a forgery? 'Forgery' is a broad term encompassing several criminal activities. The act of...
Supreme Court: “Hot pursuit” of a misdemeanor suspect not always an excuse for getting a search warrant
The United States Supreme Court recently answered a question that has caused confusion for courts, criminal defense lawyers, and their clients. Is it constitutional for police to enter a residence without a warrant if they're pursuing someone suspected of committing a...
Court approves long-term video surveillance, but worries about privacy
Technology has reshaped numerous aspects of society over the past few decades, including law enforcement. Police today can take advantage of devices that their predecessors just twenty or thirty years ago could have only dreamed of: license plate readers, real-time...
Felony drug charges: Possession with intent to distribute
As drug laws in St. Louis are becoming stricter, more and more defendants are being charged with drug distribution charges in addition to simple possession. This charge carries much more significant penalties and is easy to include alongside other charges. Possession...