Missouri Criminal Defense

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If you or a loved one have been arrested or received a summons to appear on a criminal charge, you may be in need of a criminal defense attorney.   I am available to represent criminal defendants in misdemeanor and felony cases in the following Missouri counties: Cass, Bates, Vernon, Lafayette, Johnson, Henry, St. Clair, Saline, Pettis, and Benton.  On rare occasion, I may be available in other Missouri counties.

First Tip: Don't talk with the police or a police investigator without your attorney present.  Doing so may hurt your defense.

During nine months as an assistant public defender in the State of Missouri, I represented several hundred defendants in cases ranging from criminal nonsupport and probation violations to possession and intent to deliver a controlled substance and aggravated assault.  I represented one defendant at trial through a jury verdict in which he was acquitted.  Every case is different and the facts of your case, your ability to participate effectively in your defense, and the efforts of your attorney all are important in determining the outcome of your case.  I have also represented several juveniles accused of crimes.

Second Tip: If you are a loved one or parent of someone accused of a crime, the attorney hired can explain the legal process, listen to your concerns, and answer basic questions, but, if hired, the attorney will represent the accused, not the family member.  Duties of confidentiality to a Client may prevent the attorney from sharing certain case information with a loved one or parent, without a Client's consent.

When faced with criminal charges, you need someone on your side.  I'll help you understand the charges against you, work with you to prepare a strong defense, and stay with you through your trial, entry of a plea, or the dismissal of the charges against you.

 Contact Link at (913) 593-0137 or send an email to LSchrader@Schrader-Law.com. 

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