Bates & Merryman say ‘stand your ground’ defense may be pursued in Kansas City neighbor shooting case
A Kansas City man charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of his neighbor may pursue a “stand your ground” self-defense claim, according to his attorney with Bates & Merryman Law Firm, which represents the defense. Prosecutors allege the victim was shot multiple times during a street confrontation following years of neighborhood tension, while […]
Phones as Digital Evidence in Kansas City, MO, Criminal Cases
As experienced Kansas City, MO, defense attorneys, the team with The Bates & Merryman Law Firm has seen how text messages, call logs, location data, social media posts, and other information found on smartphones can serve as valuable evidence for both the defense and the prosecution. As such, if you’re facing criminal charges in the […]
Mental Health Issues
Your mental health impacts every aspect of your life: your work, your home life, and even how you relax. But did you know that, in a Missouri criminal court, a defendant’s mental health can also impact a case’s outcome? If you’re facing criminal charges and believe the state of your mental health played a significant […]