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Criminal Defense Attorneys: Class B Felonies

Class B Felonies in St. Louis, MO

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Last Updated: December 4, 2024

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If you or someone you know has recently been arrested for a Class B felony, you may be wondering how a conviction may impact your life. Class B felonies in Missouri are very serious crimes–the second-most serious class of felonies in Missouri, in fact, and Missouri has some of the harshest penalties in the country when it comes to felonies. For Class B felonies in Missouri, you could be facing anywhere from 5 to 15 years in prison if convicted. Furthermore, a felony conviction on your record can be life-altering for years to come, preventing you from voting, taking certain jobs, and potentially from living in certain areas.

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Class B Felonies in St. Louis, MO

Class B Felonies in St. Louis, MO

Don't take felony charges lightly. Combs Waterkotte is one of the highest rated criminal defense law firms in the greater St. Louis, MO, area. Our firm has successfully helped hundreds of clients with felony charges, and is ready to speak with you about your case.

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

We handle a wide range of Class B felonies, so if you are charged with a crime on the list below, call us at (314) 900-HELP or contact us online.

We pursue every avenue regarding your case. Don't hesitate to get in touch with us and stay proactive about the current circumstances.

Class B felonies are considered serious offenses but are one level below the most severe (Class A) felonies. They typically carry substantial penalties, including imprisonment and fines. Examples of offenses that might be classified as Class B felonies in some jurisdictions could include:

  1. Aggravated assault causing serious injury.
  2. Certain drug trafficking or distribution offenses.
  3. Burglary of a dwelling with certain aggravating factors.
  4. Kidnapping under certain circumstances.
  5. Manslaughter.
  6. Robbery with certain aggravating factors.

It's important to note that the specific offenses and their classifications can vary by state. To get accurate and up-to-date information on Class B felonies in Missouri, you should consult the latest version of the Missouri Criminal Code or seek legal advice from a qualified attorney familiar with Missouri law.


Class B Felonies
Perform/Induce/Attempt To Perform/Induce Abortion By Person Who Is Not A Physician
Be Or Attempt To Be A Blood, Blood Product, Organ, Tissue, Sperm Donor When Actor Is Knowingly Infected With Hiv
Recklessly Risk Infection Of Another With Hiv When Actor Is Knowingly Infected With Hiv
Violations Involving Health Care Payments - 2nd Or Subsequent Offense
Distribute Controlled Substance To A Minor
Department Of Corrections Employee Directly/Indirectly Receive Anything Of Value For Procuring/Attempt/Assist To Procure The Pardon Or Parole Of Offender
Violence To An Employee Of Department Of Corrections Or To An Inmate By An Inmate
Delivery Or Possession Of Weapon At County/Private Jail/Correctional Center
Failure To Obtain Horse Racing Track License
Racing Horses Under Non-Registered Name
Violate Section 313.690 Regarding Gaming/Horse Races
Administering Unauthorized Drugs To A Horse
Perform Or Induce Abortion By Other Than Licensed Physician
Falsify Life Support Declaration - Concealing Revocation Of Declaration Procedures
Voluntary Manslaughter
Assault 1St Degree Or Attempt
Assault - 2nd Degree - Special Victim
Domestic Assault 1St Degree - 1St Offense
Domestic Assault 1St Degree - Prior Domestic Violence Offender Pursuant To Section 565.063
Domestic Assault 1St Degree - Persistent Domestic Violence Offender Pursuant To Section 565.063
Domestic Assault - 1St Degree
Kidnapping - Facilitating A Felony - Inflicting Injury - Terrorizing - 1St Degree
Parental Kidnapping - Detains/Conceals Whereabouts Of Child For 120 Days Or More
Child Molestation - 2nd Degree -Child Less Than 12 Yoa
Child Molestation - 2nd Degree - Aggravated Sexual Offense - Child Less Than 17 Yoa And Offender Greater Than 4 Years Older
Child Molestation - 3Rd Degree - Child Less Than 14 Yoa - Forcible Compulsion
Sexual Abuse - 1St Degree - Victim Is Less Than 14 Years Of Age
Sexual Abuse -1St Degree - Aggravated Sexual Offense
Prior Offender Reside Within 1000 Feet Of A School Or Childcare Facility After Conviction Of Or Plea To A Specified Offense - 2nd Or Subsequent Offense
Actor Knowingly Infected With Hiv Performed An Act Of Prostitution
Promoting Prostitution 1St Degree
Abandonment Of Child 1St Degree
Abandonment Of Child - 1St Degree - Serious Physical Injury
Endangering The Welfare Of A Child Creating Substantial Risk- 1St Degree - 2nd/Sub Offense - No Sexual Conduct
Endangering The Welfare Of A Child Creating Substantial Risk - 1St Degree - 2nd/Sub Offense - Sexual Conduct
Endangering The Welfare Of A Child Engaging In Sexual Conduct Under 17 Years Of Age As Parent/Guardian- 1St Degree - 2nd/Subs Offense
Endangering The Welfare Of A Child Involving Drugs- 1St Degree - 2nd/Subs Offense
Endangering The Welfare Of A Child - 1St Degree - Serious Physical Injury - No Sexual Conduct
Endangering The Welfare Of A Child - 1St Degree - Serious Physical Injury - Sexual Conduct
Abuse Or Neglect Of A Child - 2nd Or Subsequent Offense
Abuse Or Neglect Of A Child - Serious Emotional Or Physical Injury
Genital Mutilation Of A Female Child
Arson 1St Degree
Arson 2nd Degree - Causing Serious Physical Injury Or Death
Property Damage - 1St Degree - Damage To Motor Vehicle With Intent To Steal As Second Or Subsequent Offense
Violate Sec 569.132 Regarding Crop Loss -Value $75,000 Or More
Burglary 1St Degree
Robbery - 2nd Degree
Stealing - Livestock/Wildlife - Exceed $3,000 & Prior Offense Or Exceed $10,000
Stealing - Motor Vehicle/Watercraft/Aircraft & Prior Stealing Offender
Stealing Or Attempt To Steal- Anhydrous Ammonia/Liquid Nitrate
Stealing Or Attempt To Steal - From Financial Institution
Financial Exploitation Of Elderly/Disabled Person
Identity Theft Or Attempt
Trafficking In Stolen Identities
Discharge/Shoot Firearm At Or From Motor Vehicle/Shoot At Person, Another Motor Vehicle, Or Building/Habitable Structure- Persistent Offender
Discharge/Shoot Firearm At Or From Motor Vehicle/Shoot At Person, Another Motor Vehicle, Or Building/Habitable Structure- /Prior Offender
Aiding/Abetting A Person Discharging/Shooting A Firearm At Or From A Motor Vehicle - 1St Offense
Aiding/Abetting A Person Discharging/Shooting A Firearm At Or From A Motor Vehicle - Persistent Offender
Aiding/Abetting A Person Discharging/Shooting A Firearm At Or From A Motor Vehicle - Prior Offender
Unlawful Use Of Weapon - Subsection 9 - Shoot At/From Motor Vehicle, At Person, Motor Vehicle Or Building
Possessing Or Use Metal Penetrating Bullet During The Commission Of Crime
Sexual Exploitation Of A Minor
Promoting Child Pornography 1St Degree
Promote Child Pornography To Minor 2nd Degree
Possession Of Child Pornography - 2nd/Subsequent Offense Or Possess More Than 20 Pictures/One Film/Videotape
Use Of Child In Sexual Performance - Serious Emotional Injury
Money Laundering Or Attempted Money Laundering
Agroterrorism - Damage To Crops, Poultry, Livestock Or Animals (Value $10 Million Or More)
Perjury In Criminal Trial To Secure Non-Murder Felony Conviction
Escape Or Attempted Escape From Department Of Corrections
Aiding Escape Of Prisoner By Using Deadly Weapon Or Dangerous Instrument
Aiding Escape Of Prisoner Confined For Felony
Permitting Escape By Allowing Use Of Deadly Weapon
Dwi - Habitual
Dwi - Death Of Law Enforcement Or Emergency Personnel
Dwi - Death Of 2 Or More
Bac - Habitual Offender
Bac - Cmv (.04 Or More) - Habitual Offender
Bwi - Habitual
Bwi - Death Of Law Enforcement Or Emergency Personnel
Bwi - Death Of 2 Or More
Boating Bac - Habitual Offender
Any Person Not Owner/Not In Lawful Control Of Approved Container, Allow Release/Escape Of Anhydrous Ammonia
Criminal Water Contamination With The Intent Of Causing Death Or Serious Physical Injury
Bus Hijacking
Discharging Firearm, Hurling Missile At, Into, Or Upon Bus
Prohibited Acts Against Animal Research And Production Facilities
Delivery Of Controlled Substance - Minor To Purchase Or Transport
Delivery Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana Or Synthetic Cannabinoid - Person Less Than 17 Yoa And 2 Yrs Younger
Manufacture Of A Controlled Substance - Within 2000 Ft Of School Or College
Trafficking Drugs Or Attempt- 1St Degree
Trafficking Drugs - 2nd Degree
Knowingly Commit Violence Upon Department Of Mental Health Employee Or Another Offender Within A Secure Facility

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What Are Class B Felonies in Missouri?

What are Class B Felonies in Missouri?

Missouri law clearly outlines what is and what isn’t a felony. This includes acts of violence, fraud and other crimes. Even after your sentence is complete, your freedom remains restricted with a felony on your record. You must disclose your conviction history to potential employers or landlords, cannot hold certain jobs and are prohibited from owning a firearm or even voting.

Below are some of the most common types of Class B Felonies in Missouri:

  • Distributing a controlled substance to a minor
  • Voluntary manslaughter
  • First offense of domestic assault in the 1st degree
  • Child molestation in the 2nd degree
  • Sexual abuse in the 1st degree
  • Abandonment of a child in the 1st degree
  • Arson in the 1st degree
  • Burglary in the 1st degree

  • Murder 1st and ACA

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    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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  • 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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    Convicted Class B Felons in Missouri

    Convicted Class B Felons in Missouri

    If you or someone you know has recently been arrested for a Class B felony, you may be wondering how a conviction may impact your life. Class B felonies in Missouri are very serious crimes and are the second class of felonies in Missouri. The state has some of the harshest penalties in the country when it comes to felonies. For Class B felonies in Missouri, you could be facing anywhere from 5 to 15 years in prison if convicted. Furthermore, a felony conviction on your record can be life-altering for years to come, preventing you from voting, taking certain jobs, and potentially from living in certain areas.

    If your case is unique or seems off-the-wall unbeatable, don’t hesitate to reach out to the experienced attorneys at Combs Waterkotte.

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    Defending Against Class B Felonies in St. Louis, MO

    Defending Against Class B Felonies in St. Louis, MO

    Whether you’re fighting a serious drug offense, are charged of physical assault, fraud, burglary, or reckless driving, our team at Combs Waterkotte helps victims navigate the entire trial process.

    Our firm…

    • Negotiates with Prosecutors
    • Challenges Evidence
    • Investigates Rights Violations

    If you’ve been convicted or charged with a Class B felony, don’t wait to reach out to our firm today.

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    Charged With a Class B Felony in St. Louis?

    Charged With a Class B Felony in St. Louis?

    Don’t take felony charges in St. Louis lightly. Combs Waterkotte is one of the highest rated criminal defense law firms in St. Louis, MO. Our firm has successfully helped hundreds of clients with felony charges, and is ready to speak with you about your case. Combs Waterkotte handles a wide range of Class B felonies, and you can call us today at (314) 900-HELP or contact us online.

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