Assault charges don’t just go away. Prosecutors move fast. Evidence disappears.
Witnesses shift their stories. One wrong step now — even one bad answer to a detective — can be the difference between a second chance and a prison sentence.
Before you speak to police.
Before you go to court.
Before it’s too late.
Call Now for a Free Consultation : 314-949-1515 Whether you’ve been arrested, received a court date, or suspect you’re under investigation — the system is already working against you. Prosecutors are gathering statements, reviewing footage, talking to alleged victims.
A felony on your permanent record
Years in prison — even on a first offense
No-contact orders or house arrest
Firearm bans and immigration consequences
Career, licensing, or custody fallout
Assault charges are divided by degree and can be felonies or misdemeanors — but even the lowest-level charge can damage your life.
First-Degree Assault (§ 565.050)
Attempting to kill or knowingly causing serious physical injury.
➤ Class B Felony, upgraded to Class A Felony if serious injury or special victim is involved.
Second-Degree Assault (§ 565.052)
Injuring someone with a deadly weapon or acting in sudden rage.
➤ Class D Felony (can be upgraded).
Third-Degree Assault (§ 565.054)
Knowingly causing physical injury without serious bodily harm.
➤ Class E Felony (upgradable if victim is protected).
Fourth-Degree Assault (§ 565.056)
Reckless conduct or offensive physical contact.
➤ Class A or C Misdemeanor
View Sentencing Ranges (§ 558.011)
Missouri law enhances penalties if the alleged victim is considered a “special victim” under § 565.002. These include:
Police officers and sheriffs
EMTs, firefighters, or ER personnel
Corrections or jail officers
Elderly individuals (60+)
Persons with physical or mental disabilities
Mass transit and utility workers
If the alleged victim fits these categories — even if you didn’t know at the time — you could face harsher charges and longer sentences.
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The truth may not be enough — but the law is on your side when used correctly. At L&M Law Group, we apply legal strategies designed to challenge charges head-on, including:
You had a right to defend yourself or others from real or perceived harm. We show why your actions were reasonable — and legally justified.
You may use force — including deadly force — to defend your home or occupied vehicle from unlawful entry or threat. Missouri law protects that right.
You do not have to retreat before defending yourself in any place you have a legal right to be — like a sidewalk, parking lot, or store. Missouri law backs you.
If your actions were justified under the law, you can’t be criminally charged or sued. We can assert this early to shut down prosecution altogether.
When everything is on the line, you don’t want a lawyer who takes a plea deal and disappears.
You want a defense team that:
Knows Missouri courts inside and out
Files fast, aggressive pretrial motions to suppress evidence
Uses cross-examination to tear down shaky witnesses
Has a track record of reduced charges, dismissals, and acquittals
Picks up the phone when you call
We are trial-tested. Fearless in court. And 100% focused on protecting your future.
You only get one shot to do this right — one shot to take control of your future.
Call L&M Law Group now at (314) 246-0799
Speak directly with an attorney today. No pressure. No judgment.