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Class A Felonies in St. Louis, MO

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Last Updated: December 4, 2024

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Class A Felonies in Missouri are, as their name would suggest, one of the most serious classifications of felonies one can be charged with. These include such crimes as murder, drug trafficking, domestic assault, and other serious crimes. The unpleasant truth is that if you are facing a Class A felony in Missouri, you will certainly require a criminal defense attorney. You won’t just need any criminal defense attorney, either–you’ll need the highly skilled and reputable St. Louis, MO, criminal defense attorneys at Combs Waterkotte Law Group.

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Class A Felonies in St. Louis, MO

Class A Felonies in St. Louis, MO

Missouri's statutes outline some of the harshest penalty guidelines in the United States for Class A felonies. If convicted, you could be facing anywhere from 10 years to life in prison--which means that felony charges are no laughing matter.

Protect your future and freedom with Combs Waterkotte. Contact one of our criminal defense lawyers today at (314) 900-HELP.

The Combs Waterkotte team is here to help you and we do not take the matter of a Class A felony lightly. We understand the gravity of your situation and are ready to build a strong, successful legal strategy for you today.

Talk to us today to discuss how we can help you fight these charges successfully. We specialize in a number of felonies, so if your charges are on this list please call us today at (314) 900-HELP or fill out our online contact form.

Our firm pursues every possible course of action to make sure victims or those charged with criminal actions are properly protected and cared for. Don't hesitate to contact us at (314) 900-HELP or reach us online to discuss your situation and how we can help. Combs Waterkotte is your lawyer of choice in the Greater St. Louis area and Missouri.


Class A Felonies
Knowingly Infect Another With Hiv By Being A Blood, Blood Product, Organ, Tissue Or Sperm Donor
Recklessly Infect Another With Hiv When Actor Is Knowingly Infected With Hiv
Murder 1St Degree
Murder 2nd Degree
Murder 2nd Degree - Vehicular - Intoxicated
Murder 2nd Degree - Felony Murder - During Perpetration/Attempted Perpetration/Flight From Perpetration Of A Felony, A Person Dies
Assault 1St Degree Or Attempt - Serious Physical Injury Or Special Victim
Domestic Assault 1St Degree - Serious Physical Injury
Domestic Assault - 1St Degree - Previous Offense Under "This Crime"
Domestic Assault - 1St Degree - Serious Physical Injury
Kidnapping - 1St Degree
Child Kidnapping
Child Molestation - 1St Degree
Abandonment Of Child - 1St Degree - Death Of Child
Abandonment Of Child - 2nd Degree - Death Of Child
Endangering The Welfare Of A Child - 1St Degree - Death Of Child - No Sexual Conduct
Endangering The Welfare Of A Child - 1St Degree - Death Of Child - Sexual Conduct
Abuse Or Neglect Of A Child - Resulting In Death Under Sec. 568.060.5(2)
Abuse Or Neglect Of A Child - Less Than 14 Years Of Age And Sexual Abuse/Exploitation
Abuse Or Neglect Of A Child - Serious Emotional Or Physical Injury
Arson 1St Degree - Causing Serious Physical Injury Or Death
Arson 1St Degree - Causing Serious Physical Injury Or Death As A Result Of Fire Or Explosion In An Attempt To Produce Methamphetamine
Robbery - 1St Degree
Stealing
Financial Exploitation Of Elderly/Disabled Person
Aiding/Abetting A Person Discharging/Shooting A Firearm At Or From A Motor Vehicle - Physical Injury Or Death
Unlawful Use Of Weapon - Subsection 9 - Shoot At/From Motor Vehicle, At Person, Motor Vehicle Or Building, Resulting In Death Or Injury
Sexual Exploitation Of A Minor Child
Promote Child Pornography To A Minor 1St Degree
Causing Catastrophe
Perjury In Criminal Trial To Secure Conviction Of Murder
Escape Or Attempted Escape From Custody With Deadly Weapon, Dangerous Instrument Or By Holding Hostage
Escape Or Attempted Escape From Confinement With Deadly Weapon, Dangerous Instrument Or By Holding Hostage
Treason
Dwi - Habitual - 2nd Or Subsequent Violation
Dwi - Death Of Law Enforcement Or Emergency Personnel - 2nd Or Subsequent Violation
Dwi - Death Of 2 Or More - 2nd Or Subsequent Violation
Bwi - Habitual - 2nd Or Subsequent Violation
Bwi - Death Of Law Enforcement Or Emergency Personnel - 2nd Or Subsequent Violation
Bwi - Death Of 2 Or More - 2nd Or Subsequent Violation
Any Person Not Owner/Not In Lawful Control Of Approved Container, Allow Release/Escape Of Anhydrous Ammonia-Death/Serious Injury
Assault With Intent To Commit Bus Hijacking With A Weapon
Planting Bomb Or Explosive At Or Near Bus Or Terminal
Distribution Of A Controlled Substance In A Protected Location
Manufacture Of A Controlled Substance - Physical Injury Or Death During Manufacture
Trafficking Drugs Or Attempt- 1St Degree - Over Statutory Amount
Trafficking Drugs - 2nd Degree - Over Statutory Amount
Tamper With A Prescription Drug Order

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Felony Charges in Missouri
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What are Class A Felonies in Missouri?

Missouri classifies both felonies and misdemeanors into different classes (A, B, C, D, or E) based on the severity of the offense. Class A felonies are the most serious, while Class E felonies are less severe. It’s important to note that the specific penalties and classifications may vary based on the details of the offense and any prior criminal history.

Common Class A felonies include the following:

  • Murder in the First Degree
  • Murder in the Second Degree
  • Assault With a Deadly Weapon
  • Assault in the First Degree
  • Child Molestation in the First Degree
  • Abuse or Neglect of a Child Resulting in Death
  • Kidnapping in the First Degree
  • Arson in the First Degree

  • Murder 1st and ACA

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    Murder 1st

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    Not Guilty Verdict

    Combs Waterkotte represented a Northeast Missouri man on charges of 1st degree murder and armed criminal action in Adair County, Missouri. The prosecution all …

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    Murder 1st

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    Not Guilty Verdict

  • Felony Drug Possession

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    Felony Drug Possession

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    Not Guilty Verdict

    Combs Waterkotte represented a North City man on multiple felony drug possession charged after finding fentanyl and cocaine in his vehicle. At trial, we asser …

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    Felony Drug Possession

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    Not Guilty Verdict

  • Making a Terrorist Threat

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    Making a Terrorist Threat

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    Not Guilty Verdict

    Combs Waterkotte represented a St. Louis County juvenile charged with making a terrorist threat, which is a felony crime. The state alleged our client wrote s …

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    Making a Terrorist Threat

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    Not Guilty Verdict

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    Severity of Class A Felonies in St. Louis

    Severity of Class A Felonies in St. Louis

    There are different ways to classify and determine if an act of crime is a felony. See below for more information:

    1. Severity of Offense: Felonies are more serious crimes that typically involve more significant harm to individuals or property. Examples include murder, robbery, burglary, and certain drug offenses.
    2. Penalties: Felonies are punishable by imprisonment in state prison for a period of more than one year. In some cases, the sentence can be life imprisonment or even the death penalty for particularly severe crimes.
    3. Fines: Conviction of a felony may result in substantial fines in addition to imprisonment.

    Don’t hesitate to reach out to the Combs Waterkotte team now for more information if you’ve been charged with a Class A Felony in Missouri. We’re here to help.

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    Consequences of Class A Felonies in St. Louis

    Consequences of Class A Felonies

    Depending on your crime, you might face complete lose of civil liberties, fines, and other consequences.

    1. Loss of Civil Rights: Individuals convicted of a felony may lose certain civil rights, such as the right to vote, possess firearms, or hold certain professional licenses.
    2. Permanent Criminal Record: Felony convictions result in a permanent criminal record, which can have long-term consequences for employment, housing, and other aspects of life.
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    Class A Felony Lawyers in St. Louis

    Class A Felony Lawyers in St. Louis

    Don’t hesitate to reach out to the Combs Waterkotte team now for more information if you’ve been charged with a Class A Felony in Missouri. We’re here to help. Serving 10 to 30 years is life-changing–our legal team is here to help.

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