Operating an 80,000-pound commercial truck demands complete focus and quick reflexes. While any amount of alcohol behind the wheel creates danger, the risks multiply significantly when you're operating massive commercial vehicles. That's why the law holds commercial...
Missouri takes drunk driving very seriously. If the law thinks you've been drunk driving, they may ask you to take a chemical test. This test attempts to measure the alcohol content in your bloodstream, breath or urine. Many drivers wonder about their rights and the...
Each state can take a distinct approach to categorizing traffic violations, but most offenses tend to result in infractions or misdemeanors. Missouri uses a similar method, using a point system and issuing harsher penalties for more severe incidents. But sometimes,...
The legalization of marijuana in Missouri has led to changes in DWI laws. An increasing number of drivers have received DWI charges since legalization. Understanding these changes is useful for anyone facing DWI charges related to marijuana use. Changes in DWI laws...
Imagine that a Missouri police officer flashes lights behind a motorist to initiate a traffic stop. The driver pulls over and after a few questions, the officer asks him or her to step out of the vehicle. Then, the law enforcement officer asks the driver to take a...
If you’re driving along a Missouri roadway when a police officer attempts a traffic stop, your heart might start racing before you’ve even brought your vehicle safely to a stop. Your stress level might soar straight through the roof if the officer asks you to step out...