Criminal Defense Attorneys: Class B Felonies
Class B Felonies in St. Louis, MO
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Class B Felony Lawyers St. Louis, MO: Legal Protection To Count On
If you or someone you know has recently been arrested for a Class B felony, you may be wondering how a conviction may impact your life. Class B felonies in Missouri are very serious crimes–the second-most serious class of felonies in Missouri, in fact, and Missouri has some of the harshest penalties in the country when it comes to felonies. For Class B felonies in Missouri, you could be facing anywhere from 5 to 15 years in prison if convicted. Furthermore, a felony conviction on your record can be life-altering for years to come, preventing you from voting, taking certain jobs, and potentially from living in certain areas.
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Class B Felonies in St. Louis, MO
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We handle a wide range of Class B felonies, so if you are charged with a crime on the list below, call us at (314) 900-HELP or contact us online.
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Class B felonies are considered serious offenses but are one level below the most severe (Class A) felonies. They typically carry substantial penalties, including imprisonment and fines. Examples of offenses that might be classified as Class B felonies in some jurisdictions could include:
- Aggravated assault causing serious injury.
- Certain drug trafficking or distribution offenses.
- Burglary of a dwelling with certain aggravating factors.
- Kidnapping under certain circumstances.
- Manslaughter.
- Robbery with certain aggravating factors.
It's important to note that the specific offenses and their classifications can vary by state. To get accurate and up-to-date information on Class B felonies in Missouri, you should consult the latest version of the Missouri Criminal Code or seek legal advice from a qualified attorney familiar with Missouri law.
| Class B Felonies |
|---|
| Perform/Induce/Attempt To Perform/Induce Abortion By Person Who Is Not A Physician |
| Be Or Attempt To Be A Blood, Blood Product, Organ, Tissue, Sperm Donor When Actor Is Knowingly Infected With Hiv |
| Recklessly Risk Infection Of Another With Hiv When Actor Is Knowingly Infected With Hiv |
| Violations Involving Health Care Payments - 2nd Or Subsequent Offense |
| Distribute Controlled Substance To A Minor |
| Department Of Corrections Employee Directly/Indirectly Receive Anything Of Value For Procuring/Attempt/Assist To Procure The Pardon Or Parole Of Offender |
| Violence To An Employee Of Department Of Corrections Or To An Inmate By An Inmate |
| Delivery Or Possession Of Weapon At County/Private Jail/Correctional Center |
| Failure To Obtain Horse Racing Track License |
| Racing Horses Under Non-Registered Name |
| Violate Section 313.690 Regarding Gaming/Horse Races |
| Administering Unauthorized Drugs To A Horse |
| Perform Or Induce Abortion By Other Than Licensed Physician |
| Falsify Life Support Declaration - Concealing Revocation Of Declaration Procedures |
| Voluntary Manslaughter |
| Assault 1St Degree Or Attempt |
| Assault - 2nd Degree - Special Victim |
| Domestic Assault 1St Degree - 1St Offense |
| Domestic Assault 1St Degree - Prior Domestic Violence Offender Pursuant To Section 565.063 |
| Domestic Assault 1St Degree - Persistent Domestic Violence Offender Pursuant To Section 565.063 |
| Domestic Assault - 1St Degree |
| Kidnapping - Facilitating A Felony - Inflicting Injury - Terrorizing - 1St Degree |
| Parental Kidnapping - Detains/Conceals Whereabouts Of Child For 120 Days Or More |
| Child Molestation - 2nd Degree -Child Less Than 12 Yoa |
| Child Molestation - 2nd Degree - Aggravated Sexual Offense - Child Less Than 17 Yoa And Offender Greater Than 4 Years Older |
| Child Molestation - 3Rd Degree - Child Less Than 14 Yoa - Forcible Compulsion |
| Sexual Abuse - 1St Degree - Victim Is Less Than 14 Years Of Age |
| Sexual Abuse -1St Degree - Aggravated Sexual Offense |
| Prior Offender Reside Within 1000 Feet Of A School Or Childcare Facility After Conviction Of Or Plea To A Specified Offense - 2nd Or Subsequent Offense |
| Actor Knowingly Infected With Hiv Performed An Act Of Prostitution |
| Promoting Prostitution 1St Degree |
| Abandonment Of Child 1St Degree |
| Abandonment Of Child - 1St Degree - Serious Physical Injury |
| Endangering The Welfare Of A Child Creating Substantial Risk- 1St Degree - 2nd/Sub Offense - No Sexual Conduct |
| Endangering The Welfare Of A Child Creating Substantial Risk - 1St Degree - 2nd/Sub Offense - Sexual Conduct |
| Endangering The Welfare Of A Child Engaging In Sexual Conduct Under 17 Years Of Age As Parent/Guardian- 1St Degree - 2nd/Subs Offense |
| Endangering The Welfare Of A Child Involving Drugs- 1St Degree - 2nd/Subs Offense |
| Endangering The Welfare Of A Child - 1St Degree - Serious Physical Injury - No Sexual Conduct |
| Endangering The Welfare Of A Child - 1St Degree - Serious Physical Injury - Sexual Conduct |
| Abuse Or Neglect Of A Child - 2nd Or Subsequent Offense |
| Abuse Or Neglect Of A Child - Serious Emotional Or Physical Injury |
| Genital Mutilation Of A Female Child |
| Arson 1St Degree |
| Arson 2nd Degree - Causing Serious Physical Injury Or Death |
| Property Damage - 1St Degree - Damage To Motor Vehicle With Intent To Steal As Second Or Subsequent Offense |
| Violate Sec 569.132 Regarding Crop Loss -Value $75,000 Or More |
| Burglary 1St Degree |
| Robbery - 2nd Degree |
| Stealing - Livestock/Wildlife - Exceed $3,000 & Prior Offense Or Exceed $10,000 |
| Stealing - Motor Vehicle/Watercraft/Aircraft & Prior Stealing Offender |
| Stealing Or Attempt To Steal- Anhydrous Ammonia/Liquid Nitrate |
| Stealing Or Attempt To Steal - From Financial Institution |
| Financial Exploitation Of Elderly/Disabled Person |
| Identity Theft Or Attempt |
| Trafficking In Stolen Identities |
| Discharge/Shoot Firearm At Or From Motor Vehicle/Shoot At Person, Another Motor Vehicle, Or Building/Habitable Structure- Persistent Offender |
| Discharge/Shoot Firearm At Or From Motor Vehicle/Shoot At Person, Another Motor Vehicle, Or Building/Habitable Structure- /Prior Offender |
| Aiding/Abetting A Person Discharging/Shooting A Firearm At Or From A Motor Vehicle - 1St Offense |
| Aiding/Abetting A Person Discharging/Shooting A Firearm At Or From A Motor Vehicle - Persistent Offender |
| Aiding/Abetting A Person Discharging/Shooting A Firearm At Or From A Motor Vehicle - Prior Offender |
| Unlawful Use Of Weapon - Subsection 9 - Shoot At/From Motor Vehicle, At Person, Motor Vehicle Or Building |
| Possessing Or Use Metal Penetrating Bullet During The Commission Of Crime |
| Sexual Exploitation Of A Minor |
| Promoting Child Pornography 1St Degree |
| Promote Child Pornography To Minor 2nd Degree |
| Possession Of Child Pornography - 2nd/Subsequent Offense Or Possess More Than 20 Pictures/One Film/Videotape |
| Use Of Child In Sexual Performance - Serious Emotional Injury |
| Money Laundering Or Attempted Money Laundering |
| Agroterrorism - Damage To Crops, Poultry, Livestock Or Animals (Value $10 Million Or More) |
| Perjury In Criminal Trial To Secure Non-Murder Felony Conviction |
| Escape Or Attempted Escape From Department Of Corrections |
| Aiding Escape Of Prisoner By Using Deadly Weapon Or Dangerous Instrument |
| Aiding Escape Of Prisoner Confined For Felony |
| Permitting Escape By Allowing Use Of Deadly Weapon |
| Dwi - Habitual |
| Dwi - Death Of Law Enforcement Or Emergency Personnel |
| Dwi - Death Of 2 Or More |
| Bac - Habitual Offender |
| Bac - Cmv (.04 Or More) - Habitual Offender |
| Bwi - Habitual |
| Bwi - Death Of Law Enforcement Or Emergency Personnel |
| Bwi - Death Of 2 Or More |
| Boating Bac - Habitual Offender |
| Any Person Not Owner/Not In Lawful Control Of Approved Container, Allow Release/Escape Of Anhydrous Ammonia |
| Criminal Water Contamination With The Intent Of Causing Death Or Serious Physical Injury |
| Bus Hijacking |
| Discharging Firearm, Hurling Missile At, Into, Or Upon Bus |
| Prohibited Acts Against Animal Research And Production Facilities |
| Delivery Of Controlled Substance - Minor To Purchase Or Transport |
| Delivery Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana Or Synthetic Cannabinoid - Person Less Than 17 Yoa And 2 Yrs Younger |
| Manufacture Of A Controlled Substance - Within 2000 Ft Of School Or College |
| Trafficking Drugs Or Attempt- 1St Degree |
| Trafficking Drugs - 2nd Degree |
| Knowingly Commit Violence Upon Department Of Mental Health Employee Or Another Offender Within A Secure Facility |
What are Class B Felonies in Missouri?
Missouri law clearly outlines what is and what isn’t a felony. This includes acts of violence, fraud and other crimes. Even after your sentence is complete, your freedom remains restricted with a felony on your record. You must disclose your conviction history to potential employers or landlords, cannot hold certain jobs and are prohibited from owning a firearm or even voting.
Below are some of the most common types of Class B Felonies in Missouri:
- Distributing a controlled substance to a minor
- Voluntary manslaughter
- First offense of domestic assault in the 1st degree
- Child molestation in the 2nd degree
- Sexual abuse in the 1st degree
- Abandonment of a child in the 1st degree
- Arson in the 1st degree
- Burglary in the 1st degree
Convicted Class B Felons in Missouri
If you or someone you know has recently been arrested for a Class B felony, you may be wondering how a conviction may impact your life. Class B felonies in Missouri are very serious crimes and are the second class of felonies in Missouri. The state has some of the harshest penalties in the country when it comes to felonies. For Class B felonies in Missouri, you could be facing anywhere from 5 to 15 years in prison if convicted. Furthermore, a felony conviction on your record can be life-altering for years to come, preventing you from voting, taking certain jobs, and potentially from living in certain areas.
If your case is unique or seems off-the-wall unbeatable, don’t hesitate to reach out to the experienced attorneys at Combs Waterkotte.
Defending Against Class B Felonies in St. Louis, MO
Whether you’re fighting a serious drug offense, are charged of physical assault, fraud, burglary, or reckless driving, our team at Combs Waterkotte helps victims navigate the entire trial process.
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- Negotiates with Prosecutors
- Challenges Evidence
- Investigates Rights Violations
If you’ve been convicted or charged with a Class B felony, don’t wait to reach out to our firm today.
Charged With a Class B Felony in St. Louis?
Don’t take felony charges in St. Louis lightly. Combs Waterkotte is one of the highest rated criminal defense law firms in St. Louis, MO. Our firm has successfully helped hundreds of clients with felony charges, and is ready to speak with you about your case. Combs Waterkotte handles a wide range of Class B felonies, and you can call us today at (314) 900-HELP or contact us online.
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