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Your Trusted Criminal Defense Attorney in St. Charles
With over four decades of dedicated legal practice, our firm specializes in criminal defense, DUI litigation, and traffic violation representation across Missouri. Our approach prioritizes personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances, ensuring comprehensive guidance through complex legal processes. We maintain a steadfast commitment to accessibility, offering free initial consultations and maintaining transparent communication throughout every case. Our track record demonstrates consistent success in securing favorable outcomes, including dismissed charges, reduced penalties, and license reinstatements.We combine extensive courtroom experience with compassionate client support, ensuring clients understand their rights and options at every stage. Our practice extends to appellate representation and high-profile case management, maintaining active membership in multiple state and federal legal associations. We emphasize ethical representation while advocating aggressively for client interests, as evidenced by numerous not-guilty verdicts in serious criminal matters.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Traffic Violations
Drug Crimes Defense
Expungement
Felony Defense
Domestic Violence
Violent Crimes
Underage DUI
License Suspension
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of criminal defense experience in Missouri courts
- Our attorney has secured not-guilty verdicts in murder and felony cases
- We provide personalized defense strategies for each client's unique situation
- We offer free initial consultations with no upfront costs
- Our representation includes Supreme Court of the United States admissions
What people say
Highly skilled
Results driven
Affordable rates
Relentless advocate
Personalized strategy
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense practice handles felony and misdemeanor charges including drug crimes, domestic violence, and assault. We provide aggressive courtroom representation while maintaining client confidentiality. Our approach combines thorough case investigation with strategic defense planning to achieve dismissals, reduced charges, or favorable trial outcomes.
DUI Defense
We defend all DUI/DWI charges including first-time offenses, repeat violations, and felony DUI cases. Our defense strategy examines police procedures, chemical testing accuracy, and constitutional rights violations. We represent clients in license suspension hearings and work to minimize long-term consequences of alcohol-related driving charges.
Traffic Violations
Our traffic violation defense covers speeding tickets, suspended license issues, and reckless driving charges. We negotiate with prosecutors to reduce penalties and protect driving records. Our experience helps clients avoid unnecessary fines, points accumulation, and insurance rate increases through strategic case resolution.
Expungement
We guide clients through Missouri's expungement process for eligible offenses. Our service includes petition preparation, court appearances, and follow-up to ensure complete record sealing. We help clients understand eligibility requirements and navigate the legal process to achieve clean criminal records and improved employment opportunities.
Drug Crimes Defense
We defend all drug-related charges including possession, distribution, and trafficking allegations. Our defense examines evidence collection procedures and challenges prosecution claims. We work to protect clients' rights while seeking charge dismissals, reduced penalties, or alternative sentencing options for drug-related criminal charges.
People
Wayne T Schoeneberg
Founding Attorney
With over 40 years of legal practice, Wayne T Schoeneberg specializes in criminal defense, DUI litigation, and traffic violation representation. Admitted to multiple federal courts including the Supreme Court of the United States, he has secured numerous not-guilty verdicts in serious criminal cases while maintaining a client-focused approach to legal representation.
Questions
What are the potential consequences of a first-time DUI in Missouri?
First-time DUI offenses in Missouri carry maximum penalties of 6 months jail, $1,000 fine, and 30-day license suspension, though outcomes vary based on case specifics.
Can I get my criminal record expunged in Missouri?
Missouri allows expungement for certain non-violent offenses after specified waiting periods, excluding serious felonies and sex offenses requiring registration.
How do traffic violations affect my driving record?
Traffic violations can increase insurance rates, add points to your license, and potentially lead to suspension depending on offense severity and frequency.
Do you offer payment plans for legal services?
We work with clients to create affordable payment arrangements and offer free initial consultations to discuss case specifics and options.
What should I do immediately after a DUI arrest?
Contact legal representation immediately, avoid discussing your case with others, and document all details while they're fresh in your memory.
