Know Your Rights: Can a Police Officer Legally Search Your Car?
Traffic stops can be anxiety-inducing experiences for anyone. The flashing lights in your rearview mirror, the realization that you need to pull over, and the uncertainty of what will happen next can all create a sense of unease. One common concern during a traffic stop is whether a police officer can legally search your car. […]
Read MoreWhat are common date rape drugs?
If you face rape accusations, you may encounter further accusations that you used a drug to perpetrate the crime. According to the Susan B. Anthony Project, alcohol and drugs often play a role in these situations. Knowing about any substances involved can help you when devising your defense strategy. Common drugs The most often used […]
Read MoreUnderstanding Missouri’s Stand Your Ground Law
Whether you own a home or rent in the Show Me State, you want to feel secure when you go to bed at night. You also want to enjoy everything St. Louis has to offer without worrying about your personal safety when you are out on the town. If you encounter someone who wants to […]
Read MoreUnderstanding the levels of assault in Missouri
Facing assault allegations can be an overwhelming experience. When your freedom is on the line, it’s important to understand what charges you may be facing, and how you and your criminal defense attorney may be able to defend yourself against the prosecution. The degrees of assault A general definition of assault is the act of […]
Read MoreSexting Laws In Missouri: Teenager vs. Adult Charges
Most people understand sexting to be the sending or receiving of sexually explicit messages through electronic methods, such as text message or email. When consensual adults send these types of messages for noncommercial use, it is generally acceptable. In contrast, when these messages involve images of children under the age of 18, people can face […]
Read MoreCan police officers read your mail?
You’re not home all day long. You have work and plenty of other commitments. If the police are investigating you, can they go to your house and read through your mail? After all, it gets dropped off long before you get home, so you could not stop them and may not even know. Fortunately, you […]
Read MoreWhat are the 3 types of federal forfeitures?
According to Merriam-Webster, forfeiture is “the loss of property or money because of a breach of a legal obligation.” In other words, it represents the loss of something as a penalty for wrongdoing. The U.S. Department of Justice explains that, at the federal level, forfeiture serves the following three purposes: To this end, federal law […]
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