Tag Archives: Criminal

Writing Bad Checks

If you write a bad check in Missouri, you may be charged with a crime. In order to charge you with the crime of writing a bad check, you must receive actual notice, in writing, that the check was bad. … Continue reading

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Cell-Phones can be searched through Warrants

  The U.S. Supreme Court has stated that cell phones are now subject to searches as long as the appropriate warrant has been issued. A law enforcement officer cannot search your cell phone without a warrant, unless you voluntarily give … Continue reading

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Claiming Insanity

Missouri courts require that when a person is declared mentally incompetent, that person cannot be tried, convicted, or sentenced of a crime. In order to be declared mentally incompetent, the jury must decide that you are mentally incapacitated and then … Continue reading

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No Last Minute Change

If your criminal trial is fast approaching, then your request for a change of attorney will likely be denied. Missouri has stated that only a total breakdown in communication with your attorney allows you to change attorneys on the eve … Continue reading

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