The Sometimes-Complex World of Online Stings
One of the most common methods that law enforcement agencies use to catch would-be child sexual abusers is the online sting operation. Police officers will post profiles or ads on sites like...
View ArticleThe Risks of Sexting: Understanding the Legalities and What To Do If Charged
Sexting among teenagers continues to skyrocket, with significant jumps over the past decade. According to recent research from the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Pediatrics, nearly...
View ArticleReviewing Missouri’s minor consent laws
Parents in Missouri no doubt maintain a good deal of concern about their teens as they first begin to interact with their peers in an intimate matter. Much of the advice and guidance parents give...
View ArticleEvidence quality may prove or disprove a trafficking charge
Trafficking offenses related to forced labor or prostitution may result in a serious felony charge. According to the FBI, however, a prosecutor may first need to prove that an individual charged used...
View ArticleHow do you handle your sex offense in a job interview?
You want to put your legal past behind you, but find it crops up unexpectedly in various areas of your life. For instance, you must inform potential employers of your record, and you may have to...
View ArticleImpact of a sexual assault charge
Facing any criminal charge can change your life, but facing a sexual assault charge can have far-reaching consequences, even if you do not end up with a conviction. At Wampler & Passanise, we...
View ArticleTeens sending nude photos to adults: the legal issue
Relationships with large age disparities come under fire for various reasons. Other parties violate the couple’s privacy. Emotions flare up when a lover fails to meet expectations. Sometimes, these...
View ArticleAre false accusations a real problem?
A false sexual assault accusation can result in serious damage to your reputation and livelihood. In today’s era, most people will believe an accuser without the need for any evidence. While this is...
View ArticleSexual assault charges can end in heavy penalties
If you face sex crime charges, you may feel overwhelmed. Sexual assault or rape charges are among the most serious. Despite the seriousness of the charges, there are ways to defend yourself against the...
View ArticleHow witnesses may misidentify their attackers
People throughout the nation may not realize that not everyone convicted of a crime is guilty. The Innocence Project reported more than 375 people were released from prison after further testing proved...
View ArticleImpact of a sexual assault charge
Facing any criminal charge can change your life, but facing a sexual assault charge can have far-reaching consequences, even if you do not end up with a conviction. At Wampler & Passanise, we...
View ArticleTeens sending nude photos to adults: the legal issue
Relationships with large age disparities come under fire for various reasons. Other parties violate the couple’s privacy. Emotions flare up when a lover fails to meet expectations. Sometimes, these...
View ArticleAre false accusations a real problem?
A false sexual assault accusation can result in serious damage to your reputation and livelihood. In today’s era, most people will believe an accuser without the need for any evidence. While this is...
View ArticleSexual assault charges can end in heavy penalties
If you face sex crime charges, you may feel overwhelmed. Sexual assault or rape charges are among the most serious. Despite the seriousness of the charges, there are ways to defend yourself against the...
View ArticleHow witnesses may misidentify their attackers
People throughout the nation may not realize that not everyone convicted of a crime is guilty. The Innocence Project reported more than 375 people were released from prison after further testing proved...
View ArticleSteep penalties for charges of promoting child pornography
Sex crimes are among the most serious of all criminal charges in Missouri, especially when they involve child pornography. And when the charges include promoting child pornography, anyone accused is in...
View ArticleSex crimes in Missouri
Sex crimes in Missouri encompass a variety of offenses, even if the person charged isn’t involved in the actual sex act. Most sex crimes involve some kind of ties with prostitution, while rape can...
View ArticleFamous singer found guilty of sex trafficking
Sex offenses are taken very seriously in Missouri. The recent outcome of a case involving a famous singer shows that the rest of the country doesn’t take these types of crimes lightly either. R. Kelly...
View ArticleWhat are the different types of sexual assault crimes?
Being charged with a sex crime in Missouri can dramatically impact your life. If you have been charged, you will want to do all you can to avoid the harshest penalties. You should know about the...
View ArticleWhat are the penalty levels of prostitution?
Sex offenses in Springfield, Missouri, may include sexual assault and battery, prostitution, and solicitation. The three types of prostitution offenses include the act of prostitution, promoting...
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