January 22nd, 2026
By Staff
People often assume criminal charges can be filed at any time. Missouri’s statute of limitations sets deadlines for when criminal charges must be filed. Most misdemeanors must be charged within one year, most felonies within three years, but murder, attempted murder, forcible rape, and forcible sodomy have no…
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January 15th, 2026
By Staff
What does a life sentence mean in Missouri? People often hear the phrase “life sentence” and assume it means the same thing everywhere. In Missouri, a life sentence means imprisonment for the rest of a person’s natural life, unless parole is later granted. Some life sentences allow parole…
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January 8th, 2026
By Staff
Many drivers don’t realize there are repeat DWI offender levels in Missouri. These labels, such as prior, persistent, aggravated, habitual, and chronic, matter because they affect charging levels, penalties, and license consequences. Understanding these categories can help people see how a single DWI can change the legal landscape…
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January 2nd, 2026
By Staff
Are you starting the year with a traffic ticket or legal issue you meant to handle months ago? Many Missouri drivers carry unresolved tickets into the new year without realizing the risk. January is often the best time to fix these issues before they cause license trouble, higher…
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December 11th, 2025
By Staff
Each holiday season, legal “what if” questions trend online. One of the most popular involves Santa Claus and burglary laws. Several million of those homes are in Missouri. Yet, despite this annual tradition, Santa has never faced burglary charges. Is Santa Claus breaking the law? So what gives?…
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