Kansas City Felony Defense Attorneys

Providing Skilled Felony Defense in Jackson County, Johnson County, Lafayette County, & More

If you've been charged with a felony, you need a lawyer who knows the law inside and out. At Easter Shaw, LLC, we know the law, and we know how to defend clients against felony charges. Our firm has been defending clients in Kansas City and the surrounding area for more than a decade. We are dedicated to protecting your rights and your future, and we will give you the aggressive and effective defense you need.

Facing felony charges? Contact our firm for an initial consultation today. Call us at (816) 208-0912 or contact us online.

What Is a Felony in Missouri?

A felony is a criminal offense that is punishable by a state prison sentence. Felony crimes are the most serious crimes in Missouri and are divided into five categories:

• Class A Felony
• Class B Felony
• Class C Felony
• Class D Felony
• Class E Felony

The categories are based on the seriousness of the crime and the potential punishment. For example, murder is a Class A Felony, while stealing a car is a Class E Felony.

Felony crimes are also divided into two types: violent felonies and non-violent felonies.

• Violent felonies include murder, rape, kidnapping, assault, armed robbery, and other crimes
• Non-violent felonies include forgery, fraud, drug possession, and other crimes

If you are convicted of a felony, you will be required to serve a state prison sentence. You may also lose your right to vote, the right to own a gun, and other rights. You will also have a felony conviction on your record, which can make finding a job or an apartment difficult.

What Are the Penalties for Felonies in Missouri?

Under Missouri law, the penalties for felonies are as follows:

• Class A felony - punishable by 10-30 years in prison with a maximum fine of $20,000
• Class B felony - punishable by 5-15 years in prison with a maximum fine of $20,000
• Class C felony - punishable by up to 7 years in prison with a maximum fine of $10,000
• Class D felony - punishable by up to 4 years in prison with a maximum fine of $10,000
• Class E felony - punishable by up to 1 year in prison with a maximum fine of $5,000

Felony convictions can also come with other penalties, including probation, fines, and the forfeiture of property. In addition, you may also be required to pay restitution to your victim.

How Can a Felony Defense Attorney Help?

Felony charges can be scary and overwhelming. You may wonder how you will pay for a lawyer, but the reality is that you cannot afford not to hire a lawyer. A felony conviction can ruin your life, affecting your ability to find a job, an apartment, or even a loan. You need a lawyer who understands the law and who can protect your rights.

Our firm has handled hundreds of felony cases, and we know how to defend clients against felony charges. We know the prosecutors and judges in the courthouse, and we know how to get the results our clients need. We are dedicated to protecting your rights and your future, and we will give you the aggressive and effective defense you need.

Facing felony charges? Contact our firm for an initial consultation today. Call us at (816) 208-0912 or contact us online.