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Beware of social media if you’ve been in a fight
Fights can sometimes happen to even the most peaceful of people. Sometimes, there is little choice but to act in self-defense or the defense of others, and even if there are better options, there is not always the time to think about them. If you do get involved in a...
Do men or women get DUIs more often?
There are many ways to look at DUI statistics to find out how they are likely to occur. For instance, there’s often a spike in DUI charges for those in their early 20s. A large part of this is because they can now legally buy alcohol at other locations, such as bars,...
Self-defense as a counter to assault charges
If you’re facing assault charges, you’re likely trying to consider all of your possible defense options. You know that a conviction could lead to significant ramifications, potentially including years behind bars. It all depends on how serious the assault was and what...
What are the penalties for careless or reckless driving?
Driving safely requires careful attention to detail and consistent adherence to the law. Unfortunately, the more time people spend at the wheel, the more likely they are to become complacent about safety. Drivers may fall into bad habits such as speeding or slowing...
3 aggravating factors that can escalate a DWI in Missouri
Certain traffic offenses committed alongside a DWI can significantly escalate the severity of the case. These aggravating factors increase the legal consequences and reflect poorly on the driver’s record. Aggravating factors often lead to felony charges, longer...
Are you more drunk than you realize?
When the police pull a driver over who then fails a subsequent breath test, it can often come as a surprise to the driver. They probably know they have consumed alcohol but might believe they were under the limit when they got behind the wheel and still are. People...
What is the charge of disorderly conduct?
Disorderly conduct is a criminal charge that includes behaviors that disturb public peace or create public safety hazards. This is often used as a catch-all offense when an action is disruptive but not necessarily serious enough to warrant other criminal charges. ...
Does Missouri have a duty to retreat law?
If you are facing assault charges, one potential defense you may want to use is that of self-defense. You were not the aggressor in the physical confrontation; rather, the other party acted aggressively, and you simply exercised your right to act in defense of...
Suspected drunk driving stops stem from reasonable suspicion
People who are pulled over for the suspicion of drunk driving may sometimes wonder why the police officer pulled them over. This isn’t always easy for them to ascertain, but it can play a critical role in a criminal defense strategy. In order to conduct a traffic...
You do not have to drink alcohol to get a DUI
Alcohol is naturally the main contributor to DUI cases. Most drivers who face charges are intoxicated or impaired by alcohol, which is why a breath test is one of the main types of evidence police officers will use. This breath test can measure someone’s blood alcohol...