Missouri's Boehmer Law Firm Awarded Top Award for Family Law

PRESS RELEASE

Boehmer Law Has Been Nominated and Accepted as 2019 AIOFLA’S
10 Best in Missouri For Client Satisfaction

The American Institute of Family Law Attorneys has recognized the exceptional performance of Missouri's Family Law Firm of Boehmer Law as 2019 10 Best Family Law Firm for Client Satisfaction.

The American Institute of Family Law Attorneys is a third-party attorney rating organization that publishes an annual list of the Top 10 Family Law Attorneys in each state. Attorneys who are selected to the "10 Best" list must pass AIOFLA's rigorous selection process, which is based on client and/or peer nominations, thorough research and AIOFLA’s independent evaluation. AIOFLA's annual list was created to be used as a resource for clients during the attorney selection process.

One of the most significant aspects of the selection process involves attorney’s relationships and reputation among his or her clients. As clients should be an attorney's top priority, AIOFLA places the utmost emphasis on selecting lawyers who have achieved significant success in the field of Family Law without sacrificing the service and support they provide. Selection criteria therefore focus on attorneys who demonstrate the highest standards of Client Satisfaction.
We congratulate Boehmer Law on this achievement and we are honored to have him as a 2019 AIOFLA Member.

You can contact Boehmer Law at: 636-896-4020 or https://www.boehmerlaw.com.

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Missouri Misdemeanor Crimes

A misdemeanor crime is less serious than a felony.  Misdemeanor crimes usually are differentiated from felonies by the seriousness of injury caused to another person, the cash value of property taken, or the amount of drugs in a person’s possession and whether there is proof of intent to sell or distribute those drugs. Missouri categorizes misdemeanors into different classes.  These charges can include failing to have a fishing license, illegal sales by peddler, falsifying report or withholding information regarding an investigation, misusing 911 services, to violation of endangered species law.  No matter what the charges, the Missouri criminal attorneys at Boehmer Law can help you with your misdemeanor charges.

POSSIBLE FINES AND JAIL TIME

Class A Misdemeanors – up to one year in jail or a fine up to $2,000, or both.
Class B Misdemeanors – up to six months in jail fine up to $1,000.
Class C Misdemeanors – up to fifteen days in jail a fine of up to $750.
Class D misdemeanor- $500
Infraction- $400
Note:  If the person has gained money or property through the commission of the offense, to pay an amount, fixed by the court, not exceeding double the amount of the person's gain from the commission of the offense.

If your case goes to trial note that if the jury agrees upon a verdict of guilty but fails to agree upon the punishment or does not assess such punishment by its verdict the court shall assess and declare the punishment and render judgment accordingly. Where the jury finds a verdict of guilty and assesses a punishment not authorized by law, or under a plea of guilty, or there is a finding of guilt in a non-jury case, the court shall assess and declare the punishment.  If the jury assesses a punishment below the limit prescribed by law for the offense of which the defendant is convicted the court shall pronounce sentence and render judgment according to the lowest limit prescribed by law. The court shall have power to reduce the punishment within the statutory limits prescribed for the offense if it finds that the punishment is excessive.

The Importance of Great Legal Representation

A conviction for a misdemeanor crime in Missouri can become part of your permanent criminal record. If you are convicted later of another crime, the court could see your prior conviction and impose a harsher sentence in the new case. A conviction for even a minor crime can hurt you when you are looking for a job, applying to rent a house or apartment, looking to volunteer at your child’s school, or  applying for any type of professional license.
An experienced attorney like the Missouri Criminal attorneys at Boehmer Law can review your Missouri misdemeanor charges and discuss whether you have any grounds for dismissal of the charges against you, explore plea options, or represent you at trial. Our attorneys are very familiar with the Missouri criminal court systems.  When you hire Boehmer Law, a knowledgeable attorney will assist you in making decisions about your case, and protect your rights.  Call Boehmer Law today at 636-896-4020 for your free case consultation and let us get starting fighting for you!

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Getting Help in Missouri to Lower My Bond

What is a Bail Bond?

Simply put, a bail bond is a condition set with a sum of money to be placed with the courts that grants a temporary release of an arrested and accused person awaiting trial to guarantee that person’s appearance in court for legal proceedings.   If you have questions, you can call one of our St. Charles Lawyers to walk you through the process at 636-896-4020.

How Do Bond Reductions Work?

Depending on the seriousness of charges or previous legal history, a bail bond can be set at a very high price.  When defendants cannot make bail, sometimes they need to seek a bond reduction concerning the pending charges against them.  The first step in seeking a bond reduction is to work with your criminal defense attorney to file a motion—typically a “motion for bond reduction” to lower the bail. You and your attorney may also need to file additional motions to continue to lower the bail to a reasonable amount; for example, 10 percent of the original amount in order to ensure that you or a loved one are able to get out of jail. Whether or not a judge approves additional bail reductions depends upon the circumstances of the case and the prosecutor’s actions.

Requirements for Bond Reduction and the Hearing

When you hire the St. Charles Criminal Attorneys at BoehmerLaw, we will work with you on a very specific strategy as to what to present at your bond reduction hearing.  We will discuss the over all process, what is needed, and who may need to testify (if necessary) on your behalf.  We will keep you updated throughout the process and give you a realistic opinion on what to expect.

Missouri Bond Reduction Attorneys

If you have been charged with a crime, your bail could be set at an overwhelming amount, such as $25,000. Making bail and being released can be crucial in order to properly build your defense with your attorney and get you back to work as soon as possible.  At Boehmer Law, we aggressively work with our Missouri clients to help them obtain a bond reduction to guarantee their release. Contact us today to find out more at 636-896-4020.  We offer free initial consultations to review your circumstances. 

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Fun Holiday Facts About Christmas

Fun Holiday Facts About Christmas:

Each year more than 3 billion Christmas cards are sent in the U.S. alone.

All the gifts in the Twelve Days of Christmas would equal 364 gifts.

The “true love” mentioned in the song “Twelve Days of Christmas” does not refer to a romantic couple, but the Catholic Church’s code for God. The person who receives the gifts represents someone who has accepted that code. For example, the “partridge in a pear tree” represents Christ. The “two turtledoves” represent the Old and New Testaments.

In A.D. 350, Pope Julius I, bishop of Rome, proclaimed December 25 the official celebration date for the birthday of Christ.

The traditional three colors of Christmas are green, red, and gold. Green has long been a symbol of life and rebirth; red symbolizes the blood of Christ, and gold represents light as well as wealth and royalty.

Christmas trees have been sold in the U.S. since 1850.

According to the Guinness world records, the tallest Christmas tree ever cut was a 221-foot Douglas fir that was displayed in 1950 at the Northgate Shopping Center in Seattle, Washington.

Alabama was the first state in the United States to officially recognize Christmas in 1836.

Christmas wasn’t declared an official holiday in the United States until June 26, 1870.

Oklahoma was the last U.S. state to declare Christmas a legal holiday, in 1907.


Santa Claus is based on a real person, St. Nikolas of Myra (also known as Nikolaos the Wonderworker, Bishop Saint Nicholas of Smyrna, and Nikolaos of Bari), who lived during the fourth century. Born in Patara (in modern-day Turkey), he is the world’s most popular non-Biblical saint, and artists have portrayed him more often than any other saint except Mary. He is the patron saint of banking, pawnbroking, pirating, butchery, sailing, thievery, orphans, royalty, and New York City.

Christmas stockings allegedly evolved from three sisters who were too poor to afford a marriage dowry and were, therefore, doomed to a life of prostitution. They were saved, however, when the wealthy Bishop Saint Nicholas of Smyrna (the precursor to Santa Claus) crept down their chimney and generously filled their stockings with gold coins.

It is estimated that the single “White Christmas” by Irving Berlin is the best selling single of all time, with over 100 million sales worldwide.

In 1962, the first Christmas postage stamp was issued in the United States.

Christmas purchases account for 1/6 of all retail sales in the U.S.

The first printed reference to a Christmas tree was in 1531 in Germany.

Approximately 30-35 million real (living) Christmas trees are sold each year in the U.S.

The image of Santa Claus flying his sleigh began in 1819 and was created by Washington Irving, the same author who dreamt up the Headless Horseman.

From our staff and families at Boehmer Law we wish you all very Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year.

Reminder of our Holiday Hour Schedule

The Holiday Season is upon us.  At Boehmer Law, we believe it is important to spend time with our families and friends to celebrate all we have been blessed with through the holidays.  Below are a list of dates and times that our offices will either close early or be closed.  Our emergency line is active for legal emergencies at 636-896-4020.  Most courts are also closed on all major holidays and may have modified hours during the holiday season.

HOLIDAY HOURS:

Wednesday, November 21^st:  Close at 5 PM
Thursday, November 22^nd:  Closed All Day
Friday, November 23^rd:  Closed All Day
Monday, December 24^th:  Closed at 5 PM
Tuesday, December 25^th:  Closed All Day
Monday, December 31^st:  Close at 5 PM
Tuesday, January 1^st:  Closed ALL Day
Our Normal Office hours apply to all other days during this season which is Monday-Friday from 8 AM to 6 PM.  As always, we offer free initial legal consultations and are here ready to help you with your legal needs.

The choice of an attorney is an important one and should not be based solely on advertising. The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation. 

Record Expungements in Missouri

For many people, having a criminal arrest and/or conviction record can create unwanted and negative consequences long after a person’s debt to society has been paid. A record does not even have to reflect an actual conviction to also do damage to a person’s reputation. As background checks and the availability of technology make it easier than ever to access the complete history of a person, any type of legal record can cause issues for everything related to applying for a job, to trying to rent an apartment, buying a car, and in many other instances. At Boehmer Law, our record expungement lawyer in St. Charles, MO offers you the ability for a free case review to see if you qualify for a Missouri record expungement. You can call our offices at 636-896-4020 to schedule your free consultation today.

Recognizing that criminal records may do an excessive amount of unintended damage to a person’s life, in January of 2018, Missouri enacted a record expungement. We will sit down with you, discuss your options, and suggest the best course of action for moving forward with your individual situation. To understand the process please understand that “Expunged” means “erased or removed completely.” In legal terms, expungement is the court process by which a criminal record is destroyed or sealed. Expungement proceedings almost always take place at the state level. There is no federal law governing expungements. Each state, however, has its own qualifications and procedures for expungement, usually requiring a waiting period and a low level of severity to the offense.

What We Can Do For You

Our attorney will help you determine if you meet the state’s eligibility requirements, research your case, file all necessary paperwork, and represent you in court. Expungement can have an enormous impact on your family life, your ability to secure a job, obtain a loan, or rent an apartment, etc. Given that your local judges and prosecutors might be reluctant to allow expungement, it is probably in your best interest to have experienced legal help seeing your case through. At Boehmer Law, we will let you know right away if you meet the requirements for a record expungement in Missouri. We will handle everything from start to finish, be familiar with the laws governing expungement, and have a good working knowledge of the specific court that you will be working with to ensure you get the best possible representation we can offer.

Call 636-896-4020 today to schedule your free consultation for a criminal record expungement in Missouri.

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Fun Thanksgiving Facts and Tidbits

On the third Thursday in November every year, families across the United States often gather to feast on turkey, play games, watch football, and enjoy family!  We celebrate Thanksgiving to honor the founding of our country.

FUN HOLIDAY FACTS: 

• The first Thanksgiving was held in the autumn of 1621 and included 50 Pilgrims and 90 Wampanoag Indians and lasted three days. Many historians believe that only five women were present at that first Thanksgiving, as many women settlers didn't survive that difficult first year in the U.S.
• Thanksgiving didn't become a national holiday until over 200 years later! Sarah Josepha Hale, the woman who actually wrote the classic song “Mary Had a Little Lamb,” convinced President Lincoln in 1863 to make Thanksgiving a national holiday, after writing letters for 17 years campaigning for this to happen.
• Presidential pardon of a turkey: Each year, the president of the U.S pardons a turkey and spares it from being eaten for Thanksgiving dinner. The first turkey pardon ceremony started with President Truman in 1947. President Obama pardoned a 45-pound turkey named Courage, who has flown to Disneyland and served as Grand Marshal of the park's Thanksgiving Day parade!
• Why is Thanksgiving the fourth Thursday in November? President Abe Lincoln said Thanksgiving would be the fourth Thursday in November, but in 1939 President Roosevelt moved it up a week hoping it would help the shopping season during the Depression era. It never caught on and it was changed back two years later.
• The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade began in 1924 with 400 employees marching from Convent Ave to 145th street in New York City. No large balloons were at this parade, as it featured only live animals from Central Park Zoo.
• How did the tradition of watching football on Thanksgiving start? The NFL started the Thanksgiving Classic games in 1920 and since then the Detroit Lions and the Dallas Cowboys have hosted games on Turkey Day. In 2006, a third game was added with different teams hosting.
• Wild turkeys can run 20 miles per hour when they are scared, but domesticated turkeys that are bred are heavier and can't run quite that fast.
• Benjamin Franklin wanted the turkey to be the national bird, not the eagle.

Let’s Talk Turkey…

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Minnesota is the top turkey-producing state in America, with a planned production total of 46.5 million in 2011. Six states—Minnesota, North Carolina, Arkansas, Missouri, Virginia, and Indiana—account for nearly two-thirds of the 248 million turkeys that will be raised in the U.S.

The heaviest turkey on record, according to the Guinness Book of Records, weighs 86 pounds.

Californians consume the most turkey in the U.S. on Thanksgiving Day!

Female turkeys (called hens) do not gobble. Only male turkeys gobble.

The average turkey for Thanksgiving weighs 15 pounds.

The National Turkey Federation estimated that 46 million turkeys—one fifth of the annual total of 235 million consumed in the United States—were eaten at Thanksgiving.

In a survey conducted by the National Turkey Federation, nearly 88 percent of Americans said they eat turkey at Thanksgiving.

Americans eat 46 million turkeys each Thanksgiving.

From Boehmer Law to you and your loved ones…we wish you all a Very Blessed Thanksgiving!  We are here if you need us at 636-896-4020 for the emergency line.