Missouri Criminal Defense Lawyer
Representing Criminal Defendants throughout Greater St. Louis, Lake St. Louis, Lake of Ozarks and Metro East Illinois
You have been arrested and are riding in the back of the squad car on the way to the police station. The handcuffs on your wrists are tight, and you are going through the booking process. A million thoughts are probably rushing through your mind. Your first thought should be contacting an aggressive and experienced criminal defense attorney. Your rights, your future and your freedom are at stake.
If you have been charged with a crime, it is critical to have an aggressive and experienced attorney fighting in your corner. Call the Stephenson Law Office, LLC, in Lake St. Louis, Missouri today. Attorney Stephen J. Stephenson has nearly two decades of criminal defense experience and is licensed in both Missouri and Illinois. Contact us today.
We handle misdemeanor and felony charges including:
- Theft crimes
- Robbery
- Assault
- Drug offenses, including possession, sale, trafficking and distribution
- Gun and other weapons violations
- Sex crimes, including rape, child pornography, statutory rape and Internet crimes
- Domestic violence
- Shoplifting
- Probation violations
What's at Stake? A Lot.
Being convicted of a crime can result in jail time, hefty fines and a permanent criminal record. The effects of a conviction can last a lifetime, affecting everything from your employment to housing options, as well as the ability to possess any kind of weapon in the future.
You may have entered the criminal justice system, but you still have rights. In order to understand and protect those rights, it is crucial to contact an attorney who is knowledgeable, committed to protecting your best interests and aggressive in challenging every aspect of the State's case.
What We Can Do
Hiring the right attorney early on is crucial. The sooner you call us, the sooner we can begin building your defense. We will immediately begin a thorough investigation of your case and review the State's evidence against you. We will take the time to understand fully your side of the story and work closely with you to develop a strategy. Throughout the process, we will recommend options but always leave the final decision with you.
If a plea agreement is in your best interest, we can negotiate the best deal for you. If a trial is in your best interests, you can be confident we will zealously protect your rights at every stage of litigation.
Contact us if you have been charged with a felony or misdemeanor, and let us get started on your defense right away. Our office is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday, and other times are available by appointment. We offer flexible payment plans and affordable rates. Visa, MasterCard and Discover are accepted.
Stephenson Law Office, LLC
Lake St. Louis office (main):
780 Lakeside Plaza
Lake St. Louis, MO 63367
Phone: 636-614-4013 | Toll-Free: 866-492-7568
Fax: 636-978-3417
Map and Directions
Lake of the Ozarks office:
Phone: 573-348-1400 | Toll-Free: 866-492-7568
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