admin

We have all seen media depicting a security guard patrolling around the mall or a jewelry store, or we have probably seen one in real life. Like any personnel enforcing the law, security guards are there to protect and serve, ensuring the safety and security of the business they work for. However, how much power do they actually have? If someone were to shoplift from a store, what can a security guard really do? Well, it might be more than you think. Remember, a Store Security Guard Is Not the Police Security guards are not police or law enforcement. They must not do anything to impersonate the police. They are contracted through an individual or business, meaning that while they [...]

Shoplifting, theft, burglary, robbery, and stealing are all the same thing at the end of the day, right? Wrong. Each of them is considered their own crime in Missouri and nationally. That being said, it can be essential to understand the differences in case a situation arises where you are being accused or facing a court date because of one. What Is Shoplifting? Shoplifting in Missouri is simply a form of stealing, and can be a charge anywhere from a Class D Misdemeanor to a Class C Felony, depending on the value of the items allegedly stolen. Missouri classifies shoplifting/stealing under four general categories: refusing to pay for goods or services, paying for goods or services with a bad check, [...]

While abuse is regularly seen as physical, emotional abuse can be just as dangerous, scarring, and illegal. It is important not to get emotional abuse mixed up with a simple spout you might have with your partner over who empties the dishwasher. If proper communication is done and it ends with both parties smiling and working together, it is easy to say that it was not an emotionally abusive situation. However, when certain lines are crossed, it could lead to emotional abuse and then a possible criminal offense. So, to keep yourself informed, no matter what side you are on, let’s better understand emotional abuse and its meaning. What Is Considered Emotional Abuse Emotional abuse is more than a small [...]

Before taking your summer road trip, look at the laws within the states you will be visiting to ensure you are mindful of your rights. Many citizens travel back and forth between Kansas and Missouri for work or pleasure, and with these new laws in place, the last thing you want is to get caught up in the confusion. Recreational Marijuana Use in Missouri The newest law in Missouri was the legalization use of recreational marijuana. However, marijuana is still classified as an illegal substance federally. This means that any recreational use must stay within the confines of the state of Missouri. Even if you are to travel to a state that has also legalized marijuana, you are not allowed [...]