What to Do If Your Case is Rejected
WHAT TO DO IF THE TV LAW FIRM REJECTS YOUR CASE You know those law firms, the ones that advertise on TV every morning – the ones that brag about their toughness, their winning record, and all their success. What happens if you call their number and they tell you that they are not interested in your case? This is usually because your case is difficult and they are not interested in cases that have to go to court. These TV law firms are looking for simple cases that they can quickly settle. The Meehan Law...
Read MoreMissouri Is Tough on Marijuana Possession
States vary widely in penalties for marijuana possession and Missouri has some of the toughest laws in the country. Unlike 17 states that have legalized or decriminalized marijuana possession, Missouri still classifies it as a criminal offense. The amount you possess plays a major role in the charge you might face. If you are found with 35 grams or less, you will face a misdemeanor charge carrying up to one year in jail and $1,000 in fines. Possession of over 35 grams – about the weight of a single filtered...
Read MoreFacing False Domestic Assault Allegations
In a domestic dispute, nothing can be more frightening than facing false domestic assault charges. Domestic abuse claims are taken into consideration during legal separation, divorce and custody proceedings, and they are often used as a strategy for one party to gain the upper hand. Fighting Back Against False Charges One of the biggest criticisms of the legal system that addresses domestic abuse is the frequency in which false allegations of abuse are made to seek an advantage in divorce and custody proceedings....
Read MoreWhat to do When Faced with Federal Criminal Charges
Developments in technology have certainly made communication easier for businesses, but technology has also caused a spike in federal crime ranging from computer crimes or hacking to cyber terrorism. U.S. Federal Criminal Justice System The federal criminal system is in many ways like the state system, but it has some important differences that could impact the outcome of a case. One key difference is the United States Attorney’s office, responsible for the prosecution of federal criminal charges, has...
Read MoreUnderstanding Criminal Theft Charges in Missouri
High rates of unemployment, foreclosures and delays in financial relief from the government have created a heightened sense of desperation and an increase in crime levels nationwide. If you are facing theft charges, it is important to understand the law. Defining Theft Under Missouri Law A person commits theft under Missouri law by obtaining the property or services of another, with the intent to deprive the owner, without consent, or by deceit or coercion. In other words, you commit theft by taking something...
Read MoreArrested for Drug Posession? What To Do If You Find Yourself Arrested
If you find yourself arrested for drug possession, there are some important steps you should follow to help with the legal process which could help reduce penalties that follow an arrest. Police Searches You should be familiar with what the police are permitted to do during and after an arrest. Many drug charges result from traffic stops, but the police often take their authority to the extreme and many times conduct illegal searches. Police are allowed to search your vehicle if you were in it when they stopped...
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