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What Is the Difference Between Federal and State Criminal Charges?

Understanding the complex landscape of criminal law can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re facing charges in Missouri. One critical distinction that individuals often overlook is the difference between federal and…

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Drunk driver is pulled over and given field sobriety test turn to Drunk Driving Charge Jefferson City for defense.

Are Field Sobriety Tests Reliable?

Facing a DWI charge can be overwhelming. One of the most intimidating aspects of such an accusation is the alleged evidence often presented against you—particularly the results of field sobriety…

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Fulton Criminal Defense Lawyer speaking to jury to defend his client dui charge.

Your Right to a Fair Trial: What Does It Mean, and How Does a Lawyer Protect It?

As an attorney who has spent over two decades advocating in courtrooms across Missouri, I, Scott A. Hamblin, often witness the profound impact of the right to a fair trial…

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What Should I Do if I’m Falsely Accused of a Crime?

Being falsely accused of a crime is a devastating experience. Your reputation, relationships and even your freedom are at stake. False accusations, whether rooted in a misunderstanding or malicious intent,…

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Police officer searching bag for drugs, to represent controlled possession when needing a defender for Drug Charge in Fulton

What Is “Constructive Possession” of a Controlled Substance?

Navigating a drug crime case can be challenging, especially when faced with charges that might not seem straightforward at first glance. Sometimes, drug crimes can be charged as "constructive possession"…

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What is the Role of Self Defense in Criminal Cases?

As an experienced criminal law attorney, I, Scott A. Hamblin, have encountered a wide array of cases in which self-defense has played a pivotal role. Self-defense can allow individuals to…

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