If you’re wandering through the woods and see lines of purple paint on trees, posts or other objects, it’s wise to turn back. Unfortunately, many people don’t know what they represent. Both Missouri and Kansas, along with some other states, have what are known as...
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When can recording the police on your phone land you in jail?
Since most everyone walks around with a video camera on them by way of their smartphone, recordings of people’s interactions with police can easily be shared online and with the media. This has certainly increased the scrutiny on how members of law enforcement...
Resisting arrest while in the Kansas City Power & Light District
The Kansas City Power & Light District, a popular entertainment hub in Kansas City, draws large crowds for its various attractions, including restaurants, bars, concerts, and sporting events. However, as with any bustling entertainment area, the mix of large...
Accused of a crime? Stay off social media
When someone is accused of drunk driving, instigating a bar fight, disturbing the peace, trespassing, resisting or even shoplifting, they may be tempted to vent about their circumstances online. It is particularly tempting if you think the bouncer in Power and Light...
Will a barfight result in assault charges?
Going to the bar on a Friday night, especially in the Power and Light District, or to relax after a hard day at work can be fun. However, the atmosphere in a bar can sometimes get out of control when not everybody behaves like an adult. You can end up in a bar fight...
What are the new marijuana laws in Missouri?
Missouri is following a trend that has recently come to many other Midwestern states, like Illinois and Michigan. Recreational marijuana is now legal for adult use within the state. This is a stark contrast to the previous decades, where it was considered to be a...
2 defenses against a criminal trespass charge
Every property owner has the right to enjoy their property in a manner that does not otherwise break the law. This, in part, includes being able to restrict unauthorized entry into their property. Criminal trespass occurs when you enter or stay on someone’s property...
What should a valid search warrant contain?
The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects all citizens from unlawful searches and seizures. Thus, other than in exceptional circumstances or if you offer consent, law enforcement needs a valid search warrant to enter your residence. If you’re unfamiliar...
4 actions that can lead to Missouri shoplifting charges
To the average person, shoplifting is an impulse crime, likely one committed by a teenager. People think of grab-and-dash shoplifting, where someone grabs something off of a shelf or a rack and then proceeds to sprint out of the store. Other times, they might picture...
Gun violence due to road rage is at an all-time high
Road rage is an ever-increasing problem on our highways. According to The American Automobile Association (AAA), eight out of every ten drivers have been involved in a road rage incident. Add to this the fact that many people carry guns in their cars and you’ve got a...