Federal Indictment in Missouri: What Happens After You Are Charged?
What Is a Federal Indictment in Missouri? A federal indictment is a formal written accusation returned by a federal grand jury. It is the document that officially initiates a federal felony prosecution in U.S. District Court, not in a Missouri state circuit court, and not in any county or municipal court. Federal criminal cases operate […]
What Happens After an Assault With a Dangerous Weapon Charge in St. Louis, Missouri?
If you or a family member was just arrested, or notified of charges involving an assault and a weapon, you probably have one urgent question: what happens now? The short answer: an arrest sets a process in motion that moves quickly. After booking, a judge will make a bond determination, formal charges will be filed, […]
What to Do After a Gun Arrest in St. Louis
A gun arrest in St. Louis puts a clock on decisions that will shape the rest of the case. What happens in the first hours, before a lawyer is even in the room, often matters more than anything that happens at trial. This page walks through exactly what to do, in order, if you or […]