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Missourians who work in jobs in which they are charge of significant sums of money and account for it are often deemed responsible for shortfalls. If there are allegations of misappropriation, fraud and outright theft, they can face severe consequences legally,...
Have you ever been pulled over by a police officer for a broken taillight or an expired license? What about failing to signal a turn? Police officers often use these minor infractions as an excuse to pull a vehicle over and interrogate the driver, searching for other...
A new Missouri law addressing violent crime with measures such as increasing prison sentences and abolishing probation for certain offenses took effect on Aug. 28. Gov. Mike Parson signed the public safety bill in July as the legislative session concluded. Known as...
Governor Mike Parson recently signed Senate Bill 600, which is an omnibus crime bill. While proponents of the bill claim it will make the streets of the state safer and provide protections for citizens, opponents note that the bill won’t reduce crimes and will only...
When a police officer wants to act against someone, they must have one of two things: reasonable suspicion or probable cause. When you are dealing with law enforcement, it’s important to understand the difference and your rights in each situation. Reasonable...
When someone loses their life, it’s normal for the prosecution to try to find someone to hold accountable. If that individual is you, you need to defend yourself as soon as possible. Homicide charges can significantly tarnish your reputation and hurt your personal and...
When the police arrive at your door with a search warrant, knowing what your rights are and how to protect yourself can improve the outcome of the search. During a search, it is essential to remain calm and collected. Otherwise, a person may receive charges for...
When businesses permit employees to handle company money, they trust that it is in safe hands. Most people who touch these funds do so responsibly and make sure they’re moved to the right place or spent for business purposes. Yet, some employees will appropriate...
When law enforcement officials accuse you of a crime, you could face serious consequences whether you’re guilty or not. Even if you have a strong defense, you might lose hope of acquittal. Yet, as an accused party, it’s crucial to remember your rights. The Sixth...
Do you get nervous when the police pull you over or when an officer walks up to you on the street? Most people do. They suddenly start second-guessing everything they’ve done and wondering what they’ve done wrong. They may not have broken the law at all, but they feel...
