October 16th, 2026
By Staff
What is obstruction of justice in Missouri? Obstruction of justice is a broad term for unlawful interference with an investigation, prosecution, or court process. It can include hiding evidence, improperly influencing witnesses, or helping someone avoid apprehension. The specific offense depends on the conduct, the person’s knowledge or…
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September 30th, 2026
By Staff
What Does Case Dismissed Mean in Missouri? Getting a court case dismissed can take a real weight off your shoulders. After weeks or months of worrying about court, work, and your family, you finally feel some relief. Unfortunately, dismissals don’t all work the same way, and while some…
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September 14th, 2026
By Staff
Senate Bill 1421 and Missouri’s Clean Slate Law Missouri Senate Bill 1421 brought several changes to the state’s public safety laws, such as new drug trafficking thresholds and broader criminal liability for drug-related deaths. Yet, one of the most significant provisions created the state’s new automated criminal record…
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August 28th, 2026
By Staff
What are the changes to Missouri DWI laws in 2026? On August 28, 2026, a few changes to Missouri’s driving while intoxicated (DWI) laws took effect. For someone already dealing with a DWI arrest, or trying to understand how the new law could affect a family member, that…
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Were you arrested for DWI in Springfield and told it may be a misdemeanor, but you’re not sure what that actually means? That question matters. In Missouri, a misdemeanor DWI is a criminal DWI charge that is not filed as a felony, though more serious DWI cases can…
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