It’s easy to ignore a small crack or chip in your windshield. Many Missouri drivers think it’s no big deal — until they see flashing lights in the rearview mirror. So the question is: Can Missouri police really stop you just for a cracked windshield? The answer is yes. If your windshield crack obstructs your  … Read more

Filmmaker Joel Schumacher’s over-the-top courtroom drama, A Time to Kill, probably won’t be remembered as the most subtle courtroom drama of the 1990s — and there were a lot of them — but it remains one of the more riveting, thanks to a powerful performance from the man himself, Samuel L. Jackson. Adapted from John  … Read more

For most drivers, a traffic ticket means a fine, some points, and maybe higher insurance rates. But for commercial drivers, a single ticket can threaten an entire career. If you hold a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) in Missouri, protecting your record is critical and that’s where an experienced traffic defense lawyer comes in. So, can  … Read more

Most drivers worry about speeding tickets but did you know that driving too slow in Missouri can also get you pulled over? While it might sound strange, impeding traffic by driving under the speed limit is a real traffic violation in Missouri. And just like speeding, it can add points to your record and cause  … Read more

Driving in Missouri weather can be unpredictable — sunny one minute, raining the next. Many drivers don’t realize that failing to turn on your headlights in the rain isn’t just unsafe — it’s actually a traffic violation. That means police can pull you over if your lights aren’t on when visibility is reduced by rain,  … Read more

Getting pulled over in Missouri is stressful enough — flashing lights in your mirror, an officer approaching your window, and your mind racing through what you might have done wrong. One of the most common questions drivers ask is: “Do I have to show my insurance card during a traffic stop in Missouri?” The answer  … Read more

Car lovers know the thrill of customizing a vehicle — especially when it comes to exhaust systems. A deeper rumble, a sportier sound, or a straight-pipe setup might make your ride feel unique. But here’s the catch: in Missouri, loud exhaust systems and modified mufflers can give police a reason to pull you over. If  … Read more

If you’ve ever seen a car in Missouri without a front license plate, you might wonder: Is that legal? Can police pull me over just for not having one? The short answer is yes — in most cases, Missouri law requires a front license plate, and driving without one can result in a traffic stop  … Read more

Most Missouri drivers think of expired license plate tags as a minor issue — maybe just a small fine or an inconvenient ticket. But in reality, expired tags can lead to serious consequences, including the possibility of arrest. If your tags are expired in Kansas City or anywhere in Missouri, here’s what you need to  … Read more

Being arrested in Los Angeles is disorienting—for the person in custody and for family members trying to help. This neutral, step-by-step guide covers the first 24 hours: how booking works, how bail is set, and which actions can improve outcomes without wasting time. 0–2 hours: Booking begins After arrest, people are fingerprinted, photographed, and screened  … Read more