Driving Offenses Archives

Suggested rec/guilty plea language for (Rural) Prosecutors given Disparate (Rural) Impact of Driving Offenses

Here is an email I’ve sent prosecutors in rural areas in which I’ve practiced proposing standard language for recs/guilty pleas for selected driving charges.
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Dealing with a Suspended or Revoked License

This post discusses three (3) steps if your license is revoked or suspended.
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Ignition Interlock Device (IID)

This post discusses the Ignition Interlock Device (IID) is a breathalyzer for your car. While continuous alcohol monitoring (like a SCRAM bracelet) watches you 24/7, the IID is specifically designed to prevent “hot” starts and ensure you stay sober while behind the wheel. It is part of the DWI series of posts.
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SR-22 Requirement for Reinstatement

This post discusses the SR-22 requirement for those with driving issues like a DWI, driving while suspended/revoked, lapsed insurance, etc.
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DWI: Overview

This overview outlines the escalating legal classifications and penalties for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in Missouri as of 2025-2026. There are five (5) subsequent posts on each level. It is part of the DWI series of posts.
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SATOP Statutes & Reinstatement

This post discusses the Missouri Law regrading SATOP (Substance Awareness Traffic Offender Program). This post is more legal; there is a separate post regarding the process, costs, and steps of SATOP (link at the bottom of this post)
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Driver Improvement Program (DIP)

Sometimes a person’s probation terms include doing a Missouri Driver Improvement Program (DIP) course. But this post suggests a “twist” — you might consider asking for the opportunity to do DIP!?!
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Evidence: MULES Reports-Behind Every Traffic Stop

This post discusses one piece of evidence that should exist for any traffic charge or arrest made after a traffic stop. This is part of the large series of “Evidence” posts.
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MSPD HDS How-to > Transportation Alternatives

This post provides a link to the Missouri State Public Defender (MSPD) Holistic Defense Services (HDS) Transportation Alternatives resource document. It also has a link to all myMOpd’s HDS posts.
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MSPD HDS How-to > Reinstate Driver’s License

This post provides a link to the Missouri State Public Defender (MSPD) Holistic Defense Services (HDS) Driver’s License Reinstatement resource document. It also has a link to all myMOpd’s HDS posts.
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Driver Improvement Program (DIP)

This post discusses one standard consequences of DWI – Driver Improvement Program (DIP). It is part of the DWI series of posts.
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Victim Impact Panel (VIP)

This post discusses one possible consequence of a DWI — the Victim Impact Pannel (VIP). It is part of the DWI series of posts.
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Obtain your Driving Privilege Status (by phone)

Knowing hour driving privilege status is important. If I am your attorney, I can obtain that information, but individuals can also get it at a rivers License Office for $$, but if you can’t drive to the office and don’t have money, you can get it by phone. This post provides info how you can…
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