At Rose Legal Services, we think it is imperative that we keep our clients and potential clients up to date on the climate of criminal law in St. Louis. Check out our blog, featuring the latest updates on criminal law:
Yes. A third DWI in Missouri is a Class E felony, making it one of the most serious alcohol-related driving offenses short of causing injury or death. The transition from misdemeanor to felony status brings substantially harsher penalties, mandatory minimum prison time, and lifelong consequences that extend far beyond the criminal justice system. At Rose […]
Blood tests are often presented as definitive proof in DWI cases. Prosecutors treat BAC results from blood draws as irrefutable scientific evidence that someone was driving while intoxicated. But blood tests are not infallible, and Missouri law provides multiple grounds for challenging their accuracy and admissibility. When Blood Tests Are Used in Missouri DWI Cases […]
A DWI can create professional consequences that are easy to underestimate, especially for registered representatives and other financial professionals. When a person’s career is tied to licensing, background disclosures, and strict compliance rules, even an alcohol-related driving charge can raise concerns beyond court fines or driving restrictions. FINRA Form U4 plays a central role in that […]
Many people believe that refusing a breathalyzer test will help their case by preventing the prosecution from having BAC evidence. But in Missouri, refusing the breathalyzer creates a separate set of serious consequences that can be worse than taking the test. Here’s what actually happens when someone refuses a breathalyzer test in Missouri is essential […]
A DWI charge in Missouri becomes exponentially more serious with each prior conviction. But here’s what many people don’t understand: Missouri’s look-back rules only apply to certain offenses, and once someone has multiple DWIs on their record, those convictions count forever. This means a DWI from 10, 15, or even 20 years ago can still […]
Yes, DWI charges can be dismissed in Missouri, but dismissal isn’t automatic or guaranteed. It typically requires identifying specific legal grounds and presenting them effectively through motions to suppress evidence or challenging the prosecution’s case. At Rose Legal Services, DWI is our most common type of case and makes up 40% of our caseload. We […]
A DUI conviction raises serious questions for anyone pursuing or maintaining a teaching career in Missouri. While teacher certification requires criminal background checks, a DUI does not automatically disqualify someone from becoming or remaining a teacher in the state. Background Checks Are Required for Teacher Certification Missouri law requires criminal background checks for all school […]
When someone is arrested for DWI in Missouri, the blood alcohol content (BAC) at the time of arrest can significantly affect the potential penalties and sentencing options. A BAC of .15% or higher triggers enhanced restrictions that eliminate some of the most favorable outcomes available to first-time offenders and increase mandatory minimum jail time. At […]
A DWI conviction can trigger disciplinary proceedings with the Missouri State Board of Registration for the Healing Arts, the agency responsible for licensing and regulating physicians in Missouri. While the Board evaluates each case individually, doctors facing DWI charges should understand that their professional license may be at risk even before the criminal case concludes. […]
When someone is arrested for DWI for the first time in Missouri, one of the first questions is whether jail time is inevitable. The answer depends on several factors, including the person’s blood alcohol content at the time of arrest, whether they qualify for a suspended imposition of sentence, and whether DWI court or other […]
If someone is arrested for a second DWI in Missouri, the question isn’t just about whether they’ll be convicted. It’s about whether the prosecution will classify them as a “prior offender,” which dramatically increases the penalties and eliminates many sentencing options that first-time offenders typically receive. At Rose Legal Services, we represent individuals facing their […]
If someone holds a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and is arrested for DWI while driving a personal vehicle in Missouri, the consequences extend far beyond typical DWI penalties. A single DWI conviction in a personal car can result in the loss of a CDL, which means losing a livelihood and career. At Rose Legal Services, […]
