It can be scary and confusing if you have been accused of a violent crime. If this occurs, try to gather as much information as possible that can support your case. Examples include witness statements or videos from cell phones and surveillance equipment. Establish...
There are situations when the facts behind a violent act may not be initially apparent. Law enforcement rarely considers violent acts a good enough reason for committing another violent crime. Often, it's up to a court of law to determine whether an act of force was...
Domestic violence charges are quite serious. For starters, you risk losing your home, job and child custody in case of a divorce. In addition, your reputation is on the line and might suffer serious harm. Below is a comprehensive look at possible defense strategies...
The criminal justice system can be confusing for those who go through it for the first time. If you are facing criminal charges for allegedly committing a serious offense, such as first-degree murder, you may want to know what sentences you could possibly receive upon...
Election years often bring many issues to light, and this election year is no different. Many focus on individual freedoms and rights protected by the constitution, one of them being the Second Amendment. While Americans in Missouri and elsewhere have the right the...
It is probable that when most St. Louis residents think of the word "manslaughter" they think of the killing of someone with a weapon such as a gun, knife or some other lethal instrument. One lethal instrument they may not consider when it comes to violent crimes such...
There are many types of evidence that can be submitted in a criminal trial, including the results from scientific testing. A wide-range of scientific methods are used to gain information from the evidence collected at the crime scene. The problem lies in the fact that...
As a Missouri resident facing a criminal charge, it may unnerve you to hear that there were witnesses present when the incident occurred who plan to speak out about what they believe they saw. It may unnerve you even further, however, to know just how often eyewitness...
Our blog covers a number of topics related to assault, but every case is different and some people find themselves in especially frustrating and complicated situations. For example, some people are falsely accused of assault, and even though these charges may be based...
Getting arrested in Missouri is not a good situation to begin with, but once you are under arrest, you may be subjected to uncomfortable situations. These include strip searches, fingerprinting and DNA collection. You may wonder about the last thing. Can your DNA be...
