St. Louis Criminal Defense Law Blog
Did the jury understand their instructions?
Their inexperience is part of what makes a jury valuable. The jury has nothing to gain or lose from the verdict, and jurors have very little experience with the criminal system. Ideally, jurors do not know anyone involved in the trial, and they can give an objective...
The elements of a proper search warrant
Missouri residents and others are protected from illegal searches and seizures by the Fourth Amendment to the Constitution. Generally speaking, authorities cannot legally search or seize property without obtaining a warrant. If evidence is obtained illegally, it may...
Does DWI apply to other vehicles?
For many, summer is a time to relax and enjoy some of the activities you cannot do in the winter. Now that the weather is warmer, your weekends may include drinking as well as adventures. Drunk driving is a risk that can ruin your summer fun, even if the vehicle you...
Missouri prosecutor to seek death penalty in double murder case
A prosecutor in Missouri has announced that he plans to seek the death penalty for a 31-year-old man accused of committing a double homicide on the night of May 2. The murder investigation that led to the man’s arrest was launched when the bodies of a 30-year-old man...
Actress Lori Loughlin pleads guilty to fraud
Missouri residents who have been following the recent college admissions scandal may be aware that actress Lori Loughlin was charged with multiple counts of fraud and conspiracy to commit fraud for allegedly paying a college counselor to fabricate athletic credentials...
Can I get charged with a DUI for sitting in my car?
Numerous states have interpreted their DUI laws broadly. This means in many states you run the risk of catching a drunk driving charge just by sitting in the driver’s seat of a car. The law in Missouri does not require such a harsh result. Missouri only allows for a...
Facts about blood-alcohol content in DUI cases
In Missouri and across the U.S., blood-alcohol content, or BAC, is an important part of being charged for driving under the influence. Depending on the state, a certain BAC will warrant an arrest for DUI. If it is exceedingly high, the charges and penalties will be...
Prosecutors to seek death penalty in Missouri murder case
Prosecutors in Missouri plan to seek the death penalty in a case involving a man accused of murdering two people according to the public defender representing him. The public defender’s appointment suggests that the claim is true as he exclusively handles capital...
What factors may affect the results of your breathalyzer test?
Being asked to exit your vehicle because of impairment is never a comfortable situation to be in. Adhering to the commands of the authorities in Missouri is imperative to allow you ample opportunity to overcome your mistake and move forward. You may take a...
Cough syrup may lead to a DUI charge
A DUI stop and arrest is stressful, particularly when you did not indulge in alcohol. While cough medicine is legal, you may want to think about the side effects of cold medicine before you get behind the wheel. Some of the side effects may mimic the side effects of...
