Jason Korner provides high level criminal and DWI defense to clients in the St. Louis area and throughout Missouri. Although Mr. Korner defends all criminal cases, he specializes in the defense of Sex Crimes, DWI Offenses, and Federal Crimes. The best results in criminal defense are achieved through investigation and preparation of cases. Mr. Korner believes in fighting cases for his clients. Call today to speak with Mr. Korner so he can begin the investigation and preparation for your case.

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Shin Cho

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer. 4 years experience

(314) 312-1228 3245 Lemay Ferry Rd
St. Louis, MO 63125

Criminal, DWI, Domestic Violence and Traffic Tickets
University of Missouri - Columbia

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At the Law Office of Shin Cho, clients can rest assured that their cases are in good hands. Shin Cho has handled well over a thousand criminal and traffic matters, through every single step of the process, from pre-charge investigations to multiple-day jury trials. Attorney Shin Cho also recognizes the importance of maintaining regular contact with his clients, and makes it a priority to keep his clients in the loop. Whether it be a simple traffic ticket, a DWI and/or license suspension matter, or a serious felony, you can rely on Mr. Cho to guide you...

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Thomas J. Henderson

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Attorney. 11 years experience

(314) 266-4400 7750 Clayton Rd. Suite 102
St. Louis, MO 63117

Free ConsultationCriminal, Business, Consumer and DWI
Saint Louis University School of Law

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Mr. Henderson focuses his practice in the areas of personal injury, family law, criminal defense, and driving while intoxicated cases. He practices regularly in courts in St. Louis and the surrounding counties and also handles appeals.

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Anthony J Muhlenkamp

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Attorney. 13 years experience

(314) 499-7255 8008 Carondelet Ave.
Ste. #102
St. Louis, MO 63105

Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals, DWI and Domestic Violence
Southwestern University School of Law

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I am a criminal defense attorney. That is all that I do. I do not dabble in other areas of law. I solely practice criminal defense. Whether your case requires a jury trial, plea negotiations, or appellate advocacy, I have done all of these things effectively and continue to do them on a daily basis. Criminal charges have serious consequences that can follow a person for life. I strive to have a close connection with all of my clients to ensure that they feel comfortable and are always...

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David B. Cosgrove

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Attorney. 27 years experience

(314) 563-2490 7733 Forsyth Boulevard, Ste. 1675
Saint Louis, MO 63105

Criminal, Administrative, Broker Fraud and Securities
University of Notre Dame

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Mr. Cosgrove has a diverse litigation and trial practice. He has achieved substantial and often unexpected positive results in a variety of complex matters. Prior to his return to private practice in 2006, Mr. Cosgrove served as Missouri’s Commissioner of Securities where he supervised attorneys, investigators and auditors investigating and prosecuting violations of the state’s securities laws. He was responsible for identifying practices or industry sectors appropriate for enforcement measures and also supervised the Securities Division’s registration and audit sections. Additionally, he interfaced with the SEC, NASD (now FINRA), NASAA (North American Securities Administrators Association) and various other state and...

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John C. Schleiffarth

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer.

(314) 561-9690 75 West Lockwood Avenue
Suite 222
St. Louis, MO 63119

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI and White Collar Crime
Barry University

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John Clayton Schleiffarth is a third generation native of the Saint Louis area. He received his bachelorâs degree from Brigham Young University and earned his Juris Doctorate from Barry University School of Law. He is a member of the Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys, the National College of DUI/DWI Defense, and an active member of the Bar Association of Metropolitan Saint Louis. John loves spending time with his family, enjoys the outdoors, SCUBA diving, and sailing. John received the 2013 & 2014 Client Distinction Award from Martindale-Hubbell and was the recipient of...

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R. Scott Pecher

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Attorney. 9 years experience

(314) 863-1117 1505 S Big Bend Blvd
St. Louis, MO 63117

Criminal, Business, Personal Injury and Products Liability
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law

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Eli Roberts

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Attorney. 3 years experience

(314) 561-9690 75 West Lockwood Avenue
Suite 222
St. Louis, MO 63119

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Indiana University - Indiana University-Bloomington

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Eli Roberts focuses on the bold and aggressive representation of Criminal Defendants in Southern Illinois. If you are facing a DUI or any other criminal or traffic charge in St. Clair County, Madison County or Monroe County he is here to fight for you. Eli and JCS Law offer free consultations, accept credit cards and offer affordable payment plans. Call him today to discuss your case.

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John M. Lynch

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer.

(314) 726-9999 7777 Bonhomme Ave
#1200
Clayton, MO 63105

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Saint Louis University School of Law

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Attorney John M. Lynch has over eight years of law enforcement experience as a police investigator and federal drug task force agent. Paired with his legal degree from St. Louis University School of Law, Mr. Lynch provides a unique and candid perspective for people charged with a full range of criminal activities. His practice includes federal criminal defense, DUI/DWI defense, drug possession defense and white-collar crime defense. Attorney Lynch was Invited to speak at Washington University regarding gun ownership rights and the associated legislative process. As a repeat lecturer, Attorney Lynch's keen Insight into the Second Amendment and how...

(314) 726-9999 5770 Mexico Road
St Peters, MO 63376

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Joel Case

(636) 861-1111 1190 Meramec Sta. Rd.
Suite 203
ballwin, 63021

Criminal, DWI, Estate Planning and Family
Saint Louis University School of Law

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Joel has been practicing law for over 40 years. Before opening his private law practice, he held positions in the U.S. Department of Justice, both in the U.S. Attorney's Office and its Civil Rights Division, where he earned a Special Achievement Award for 'sustained superior performance". Joel learned tenacity early on. He lettered in football while playing on the 1959 University of Missouri Orange Bowl team, and that year, the coaches bestowed him with the "Oil Can" Award for showing the most hustle and morale on the Tiger team. He began his practice with many...

(636) 861-1111 1190 Meramec Sta. Rd.
Suite 203
ballwin, MO 63021

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Raymond R. Bolourtchi

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Attorney. 20 years experience

(314) 863-3838 8866 Ladue Rd
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Ladue, MO 63124

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Saint Louis University School of Law

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Jeffrey Alex Goldfarb

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Attorney. 21 years experience

(314) 229-1028 230 S. Bemiston
Suite 1200
St. Louis, MO 63105

Criminal, DWI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
Saint Louis University School of Law

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Criminal defense lawyer focusing on federal criminal defense, drug charges, internet crimes, white collar defense and supervised release violations. At the state level our premiere firm focuses on all criminal felony charges as well as probation violations.

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Kevin Whiteley

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer. 8 years experience

(314) 727-8677 222 South Central Avenue
Suite 804
Clayton, MO 63105

Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals, DWI and White Collar Crime
Washington University School of Law

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Chelsea Merta

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Attorney. 2 years experience

(855) 805-0595 120 South Central Avenue
Suite 450
Clayton, MO 63105

Criminal, Family, Real Estate and Traffic Tickets
Saint Louis University School of Law and Indiana University - Indiana University-Bloomington

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Note: The choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements. Chelsea Merta is responsible for the content. Principal place of business 120 South Central Avenue, Suite 450, St. Louis (Clayton), MO 63105.

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Richard Brian Hein

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Attorney. 23 years experience

(314) 645-7900 7750 Clayton Road
Suite 102
Saint Louis, MO 63117

Criminal, DWI, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
Saint Louis University School of Law

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Attorney and Counselor at Law Richard B. Hein established the Hein Law Firm in the spring of 2003. Mr. Hein earned his law degree from Saint Louis University School of Law as the youngest member of his graduating class in 1994 (the second-youngest by eight days being his now-wife, Maria). He also received his undergraduate degree in History, magna cum laude, from Saint Louis University in 1991. Mr. Hein was born and raised in St. Louis, and graduated from the St. Louis Priory High School. While in law school, Mr. Hein studied in the Centro de Estudios Universitarios at the...

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Allison F. Stenger

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer. 5 years experience

(314) 863-1117 1505 S Big Bend Blvd
St. Louis, MO 63117

Criminal, Business, Landlord Tenant and White Collar Crime
Saint Louis University School of Law

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Mick Henderson

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer.

(314) 645-4400 7750 Clayton Rd., Suite 209
St. Louis, MO 63117

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Health Care and Insurance Claims
University of Missouri - Columbia

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Mick Henderson is a Managing Partner and founding member of Henderson & Waterkotte, P.C. Mr. Henderson, a lifelong St. Louisan, graduated from Vianney High School in Kirkwood, Missouri. He received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance and Marketing from the University of Missouri – St. Louis. During his time at UMSL, Mr. Henderson was a member of the school’s ice hockey team. As a Managing Partner of Henderson & Waterkotte, P.C., Mick focuses his practice in providing aggressive representation for injury victims in civil lawsuits and criminal defense. Mick has a reputation of tirelessly fighting...

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W. Scott Rose

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer. 17 years experience

(314) 812-4700 3636 South Geyer Road
Suite 100
St. Louis, MO 63127

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI and Traffic Tickets
University of Virginia School of Law

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W. Scott Rose is an aggressive criminal defense attorney serving the greater St. Louis area. An experienced trial attorney, Scott is a member of the National College for DUI Defense, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and Missouri Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and proudly supports the Midwest Innocence Project. Scott graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1994. He worked as a Legislative Correspondent for a United States Senator before attending the University of Virginia School of Law. Scott received his JD in 2000 and worked as a Judicial Law Clerk for the Chief Judge of a...

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Brent E. Labovitz

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer. 8 years experience

(314) 684-8285 7700 Bonhomme Avenue
Suite 350
St. Louis, MO 63105

Free ConsultationCriminal, Business, DWI and Juvenile
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology

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Mr. Labovitz attended law school at Chicago-Kent College of Law in Chicago, Illinois. After law school Mr. Labovitz was employed with a respected Chicago criminal defense firm. While employed at this firm he worked closely with several very experienced criminal defense attorneys. He gained valuable experience and exposure while running docket calls and second chairing trials in Chicago's criminal courtrooms. After leaving the criminal defense firm in Chicago Mr. Labovitz decided to come back to his home state of Missouri and work for the Missouri Public Defender's office. While employed as a public defender he...

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Katherine Anne Dierdorf

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Attorney. 5 years experience

(314) 896-4272 P.O. Box 16041
Clayton, MO 63124

Criminal, DWI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
Washington University School of Law

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Prior to opening my own law firm, I worked for one of St. Louis' largest firms. While there, I gained valuable experience in the numerous facets of civil law, representing both plaintiffs and defendants in a wide variety of matters. I also served as a prosecuting attorney for the City of St. Louis. As a former prosecutor, I understand the intricacies of criminal law and have the experience necessary to provide effective representation during every phase of your criminal case. Whether your troubles are civil or criminal in nature, I understand the negative impact these...

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James Ochs

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Attorney. 33 years experience

(314) 727-2111 149 N. Meramec Avenue
2nd Floor
Saint Louis, MO 63105

Criminal, Business, Family and Personal Injury
Saint Louis University School of Law

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Attorney James C. Ochs has been representing injury victims since 1984. He has practiced law in Missouri, Illinois, and surrounding states and taken on more than 125 jury trials and 500 bench trials over the course of his career. As a St. Louis personal injury attorney, he provides representation for a wide range of legal matters, including car accidents, wrongful death, workers’ compensation, truck accidents, and more. In his more than 25 years of experience, he has secured positive verdicts and settlements for his clients time and time again. His firm has been given an AV® Rating from Martindale-Hubbell® and...

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Daniel T. Batten

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer.

(314) 863-1117 1505 S Big Bend Blvd
St. Louis, MO 63117

Criminal, Business, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
Saint Louis University School of Law and The George Washington University Law School

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Bliss Worrell

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer.

(314) 833-9967 231 S. Bemiston
Clayton, MO 63105

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
Saint Louis University School of Law

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Bliss Worrell is a former St. Louis prosecutor who aggressively defends individuals charged with crimes and DWI/DUI offenses in the St. Louis metropolitan area and surrounding counties. She has tried a number of cases to both judge and jury. Worrell Law Firm, LLC also offers representation in a wide variety of legal matters including divorce, paternity, child custody and support and personal injury.

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Gary J. Lauber

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Attorney. 16 years experience

(314) 863-0500 7777 Bonhomme Avenue
Suite 2000
St. Louis, MO 63105

Criminal, DWI and Domestic Violence
Saint Louis University School of Law

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Mathew T. Jett

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer. 3 years experience

(314) 399-5995 225 South Meramec Avenue
Suite 821T
St. Louis, MO 63105

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Personal Injury and Traffic Tickets
University of Missouri - Columbia

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I grew up in the Greater St. Louis Area, and have lived here for the majority of my life. My decision to establish a legal practice serving the St. Louis area was easy to make due to several factors. St. Louis is a diverse community with many great things to offer such as cultural events, concerts, exciting sporting events, a variety of restaruants, plenty of parks to explore, and a charming midwestern culture in which to raise my family. As a practicing attorney in a field with many avenues of...

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Jack J. Cavanagh

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer.

(314) 721-0900 231 S. Bemiston Avenue
Suite 1020
Clayton, MO 63105

Criminal, DWI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets

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Jack graduated from St. Louis University School of Law and began his law career handling Personal Injury cases. From there, Jack worked at the St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney's Office, where he received invaluable experience prosecuting complex criminal cases. After leaving the Prosecutor's Office, Jack opened up his own law practice. Over the years, Jack has handled a wide variety of cases in the areas of Criminal Law, Traffic, Family Law, Business Law, Bankruptcy, Personal Injury and Medical Malpractice. With 50 years of legal experience and a lifetime spent in the courtroom, Jack has...

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Vernon R Dawdy

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Attorney.

(636) 343-4414 14 Green Valley Dr
Fenton, MO 63026

Criminal, Divorce and Family

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John Clayton Schaeffer

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer.

(314) 492-2577 7710 Carondelet Ave.
Suite 105
Clayton, MO 63105

Criminal and Employment
University of Dayton School of Law

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Robert Stientjes

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Attorney. 18 years experience

(314) 743-3292 9378 Olive Blvd.
Ste. 325
St. Louis, MO 63132

Criminal, Business, Elder and Estate Planning

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Rob defends clients in criminal and civil tax proceedings as well as provides tax planning advice to numerous business clients. He has litigated and negotiated settlements for clients involved in Listed Transactions deemed by the IRS to be abusive tax-shelter arrangements. He often represents clients before the IRS criminal and civil examination divisions, appeals division, the U.S. Tax Court, the Court of Federal Claims, and various U.S. District Courts. Rob counsels clients before the IRS with respect to non-cash charitable contributions, deferred compensation, offshore trusts and corporations, discharge of indebtedness income, and federal excise tax. In addition, Rob serves as...

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Melissa Harper

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer. 14 years experience

(314) 782-3500 75 W Lockwood Ave
Suite 222
Saint Louis, MO 63119

Criminal, Divorce and Family
Vanderbilt University Law School

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James J. Lang

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer. 5 years experience

(314) 863-1117 1505 S Big Bend Blvd
St. Louis, MO 63117

Criminal, Business, Personal Injury and Workers' Comp
University of Missouri School of Law

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Steve D. Hardin

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer. 17 years experience

(314) 939-1395 2023 Lemay Ferry Rd.
Suite A
St. louis, MO 63125

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
University of Missouri - Columbia

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My name is Steve Hardin. I am an attorney with more than sixteen years of courtroom experience. I founded the Hardin Law Firm, LLC because I have dedicated my career to helping people in trouble. My goal is to help people solve their problems and get back to their lives. I am here to help you. I am currently accepting cases in the following areas: Criminal Defense, Family Law, and Personal Injury. I WILL do the hard work your case requires. During my career, I have aggressively represented people with matters ranging from...

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Gregory Kessler

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer. 44 years experience

(314) 725-8000 231 S Bemiston Ave
Clayton, MO 63105

Criminal, Business, DWI and Divorce
Washington University School of Law

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Chad M Oliver

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Attorney. 9 years experience

(888) 755-5171 7751 Carondelet Avenue
Suite 201
Clayton, MO 63105

Free ConsultationCriminal, Appeals, DWI and Traffic Tickets
Southern Illinois University - Carbondale

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Casey Coats

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer.

(314) 644-7102 2601 South Hanley
St. Louis, MO 63144

Free ConsultationCriminal, Business, DWI and Estate Planning

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Casey Coats is an experienced lawyer with years of experienced and thousands of satisfied clients. Casey Coats has been a licensed Missouri attorney since 2002 with legal field experience since 1999 and a family background in law. St. Louis attorney Casey Coats is a native of St. Louis, Missouri, a graduate of Mizzou Law School, Mizzou Undergraduate with honors Cum Laude, and Nerinx Hall High School.

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Rebecca Grosser

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Attorney. 19 years experience

(314) 227-2424 225 S. Meramec Avenue
Suite 1100T
Clayton, MO 63105

Criminal, Civil Rights, DWI and White Collar Crime
University of Missouri - Columbia

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Christopher Joseph Zellers

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer. 4 years experience

(314) 896-1394 Suite 100
Sunset Hills, MO 63127

Free ConsultationCriminal, DWI, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
Saint Louis University School of Law

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Richard T Middleton IV

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer. 7 years experience

(314) 477-2741 P.O. Box 1302
Maryland Heights, MO 63043

Criminal, Family and Immigration
Saint Louis University School of Law

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Kevin Louis Schriener

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Lawyer. 29 years experience

(314) 721-7095 141 N. Meramec
Suite 314
Clayton, MO 63105

Criminal and Appeals
University of Missouri - Columbia

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David Reese Fondren

Saint Louis County, MO Criminal Law Attorney. 29 years experience

(636) 485-6743 8011 Clayton Road, Suite 300
Clayton, MO 63117

Criminal, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Landlord Tenant
Washington University School of Law

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Criminal law addresses the government's prosecution of individuals who have been accused of committing a crime. Such laws may be federal, state, or local. The prosecution represents the people of a particular jurisdiction, and acts on behalf of the government by bringing a case against an accused. Under the U.S. Constitution, a person accused of a crime may have the right to a criminal defense attorney during interrogations and certain other times before and during a trial.

Whether you are under police investigation, have been arrested, or are facing charges, having an advocate familiar with the criminal justice system.

Most jurisdictions classify crimes as felonies or misdemeanors, with felonies being the more serious offenses with the possibility of more severe sentences. Some criminal lawyers focus on a specific area of criminal defense law, such as white-collar crime, drug offenses, theft crimes, or violent crimes. You should consult with a criminal defense lawyer early on in the process to preserve options, such as diversion programs or plea bargains.

When hiring a criminal defense attorney, you should evaluate the experience and fee structure of the attorney. Some offer a free consultation to discuss your case.

Accomplice liability: If a person aids, assists, or encourages another in the commission of a crime, they are criminally liable as an accomplice to the crime.

Self-defense: The claim that an act otherwise criminal was legally justifiable because it was necessary to protect a person or property from the threat or action of another.

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