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If you have been pulled over for a DWI in Missouri, every action you take could be held against you in court. That puts some pressure on your shoulders. Fortunately, educating yourself on what to do will alleviate some of that stress. Find out what you should do if you are pulled over for a…

You know that DWI stands for “driving while impaired” and DUI stands for “driving under the influence.” While it might seem like the charges are different, DUI and DWI are interchangeable terms in Missouri. You can also be charged with driving under the influence of drugs, or DUID, in the state. This can be a…

Every state makes its own DWI laws. While there exist some commonalities throughout the country, on a state-by-state basis, the local laws dictate how law enforcement officials handle the crime. When there is a question as to a driver's ability to drive, law enforcement is the first line of defense. Some states classify impairment driving…

If you are charged with a DWI in Missouri, you face strict penalties, even if it is your first offense. The Missouri Department of Revenue suspends licenses of first-time offenders. However, the length of the suspension depends on whether you took or refused a breathalyzer test. Learn about the penalties, as well as your options…

Given the severity and nature of this type of crime committed, there are serious penalties for Missouri's sex offender laws. As with many other states, Missouri sex offender laws originated in the 1980s but were updated recently in response to criminal reform efforts. Due to this, people need to be aware of the changes and…

Even though Missouri approved legislation updating some of the drug possession laws for the state in 2014, these changes only took effect on January 1, 2017. The primary impact of this update to drug possession laws centers on marijuana and other cannabis-related products. The focus is on varying amounts of drugs in possession that are…

Missouri’s sex crime law used to be one of the strictest in the country. The state used a single-tier system, so everyone who was convicted of a sex crime had to stay on the sex offender registry for life. While people could petition to get removed from the registry, a successful petition was rare. The…

Considering the complexities of the charge of arson, discussed below, an arson attorney is necessary to the defense.  To be convicted of arson in the state of Missouri, a person must knowingly damage a building or inhabitable structure by fire or explosion. In other words, the requirements for an arson charge are 1. A building or…

sex crimes in Missouri are characterized as non-consensual sexual acts; namely intercourse or penetration, which are usually classified as a form of rape. Additionally, Missouri criminalizes other sexual acts such as physical contact with another person’s private parts, usually classifying such acts as sexual assault.It is important for people to understand the various classifications of…

If you are convicted of a felony, it is essential to find a felony law firm to represent you. A felony is a serious crime punished by the state of Missouri by more than one year in prison. Regardless of the crime, a felony charge is a very serious matter because it can have lasting…

Under Missouri law, criminal charges are separated into three categories: Felonies, Misdemeanors, and Infractions. Even though misdemeanors appear in the middle category, dealing with misdemeanors should still be taken seriously as they can result in large monetary fines and possible jail time. The state of Missouri classifies misdemeanors into four categories, with Class A being the most…

No matter the reason, facing criminal charges without legal representation is the worst thing for people to do. After being charged with a criminal offense, a state court criminal defense attorney can navigate the legal process and also avoid costly mistakes. At Dean Price Law, Price has the knowledge and skills to help defend clients…