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Criminal Defense Attorneys: Class D Felonies

Class D Felonies in St. Louis, MO

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Last Updated: January 24, 2024

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A Class D Felony in Missouri can carry a conviction of up to 7 years in prison and up to $10,000 in fines. If you are facing Class D felony charges you are hopefully looking to hire a criminal defense attorney in St. Louis. Combs Waterkotte is the firm to call to handle class D felonies in Missouri. This includes involuntary manslaughter, assault, identify theft, and other crimes.

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Class D Felonies in St. Louis, MO

Class D Felonies in St. Louis, MO

Our criminal defense attorneys in St. Louis, MO, specialize in Class D felonies and other cases. If you're dealing with a Class D Felony, call us at (314) 900-HELP, or reach out at contact us online for more information from our legal team at Combs Waterkotte.

Reach out to our criminal defense attorneys now at (314) 900-HELP.

Not only do we have the abilities to challenge and review evidence, manage your case from start to finish, and evaluate the follow-through, our St. Louis Class D felony lawyers want to make sure anything post-trial is in your favor. Convicted felons lose certain rights (like bearing arms, voting, etc.) that can have a serious impact on your life when you're looking for employment or other services that may do a background check. Class D felonies usually have prison terms of up to seven years.

See below for standard Class D felonies

  1. Theft & Burglary
  2. Forgery & Fraud
  3. Repetitive Vehicle Charges
  4. Aggravated Stalking
  5. Unlawful Possession of Firearms

Certain felony offenses vary by state. If you're convicted or charged in Missouri, contact Combs Waterkotte today for legal assistance.


Class D Felonies
Class I Election Offense - Willfully Provide False Documentation Required For Voter Registration Under Sec 115.156
Land Trust Employee/Trustee Receiving Compensation/Profit From Lands Held By Such Land Trusts (1St Class County)
Release/Use Of Names/Addresses Of Individuals Contributing To Veterans Trust Fund
Releasing Names And Addresses Of Individuals Contributing To The "Missouri National Guard Trust Fund"
Making False Statement On Franchise Tax Report
Perform Or Induce An Abortion Of An Unborn Child In Violation Of Section 188.030 Rsmo
Violations Involving Health Care Payments - 1St Offense
Abuse Of Healthcare Recipient - Physical, Sexual Or Emotional Harm Or Injury (Property Value Greater Than $500)
Fraudulently Attempting To Obtain Controlled Substance
Failure To Obtain Proper Identification/Make Report Of Drug Transfer - 1St Offense
File False Report Of Elder Abuse Or Neglect Against A Residential Facility - 2nd Offense
Making False Statements/Tampering With Monitoring Device On Sewer Treatment System - 2nd Offense
Damage To Dept Of Corrections Building Or Property By An Inmate
Offender Abuse By An Employee Of Dept Of Corrections
Fail To Return To House Arrest
Perjury To Probation And Parole Board
Delivery Or Possession Of A Controlled Substance At A County/Private Jail/Correctional Center Except With A Written Prescription
Sale Of Wildlife Taken In Violation Of Dept Of Conservation Regulations - 1St/Subsequent/$500 Or More
Filing Of False Financial Statements By Grain Dealers
Provide False Records Or Withhold Accounts By Grain Dealer
Violation Of Any Provisions Of Rsmo 287.128.1, .2 Or .3 Regarding Claims For Worker'S Compensation Benefits - Subsequent Offense
Violate Section 301.400 Re Removal Of Manufacturer'S Number/Motor Number/Other Distinguishing Number From Motor Vehicle
Know/Intentionally And Without Authorization Send Separate Document Releasing Lien Of Another On Motor Vehicle/Trailer
Operate Motor Vehicle On Highway While Driver License/Privilege Revoked (Revoked For Assisting With License Application Fraud)
Operate Motor Vehicle On Highway While Driver'S License/Privilege Revoked (Revoked For Failure To Stop For School Bus)
Fail To Stop For School Bus Receiving/Discharging School Children-Death Of Child/Sec 304.070
Prohibited Towing Of Vehicle From Scene Of Accident - 3Rd Or Subsequent Offense
Know/Intent And Without Authorization, Send Separate Document Releasing Lien Of Another On Outboard Motor, Motorboat, Vessel/Watercraft
Altering Lottery Tickets
Off-Track Wagering
Unauthorized Practice Of Medicine Or Surgery
Filing Another'S Medical License As Own Or Forging Affidavit Of Identification
Violation Of Pharmacy Law By Non-Licensed Person
Acted As Wholesale Drug Or Pharmacy Distributor Without Obtaining License
Wholesale Distribution Of Drugs By Out-Of-State Distributor Without License
Sale Of Drugs By Out-Of-State Distributor Without License
Violate Sec 362.170 Re Bank/Trust Company Officer, Director, Agent, Clerk, Or Employee Making Excessive Loan
Fraudulently/By False Pretense Gain Access To Pawnbroker Database
Fraudulently Pledging Or Selling Property - $150 Or More
Filing A False Insurance Statement
Interference With Liquidation Of Insurer
Using Funds Of Insurance Company For Private Gain
Failure/Refusal To Deliver Assets Of Insurer To Director
Making Insurance Transactions Without A Certificate Of Authority
Commission Of Fraudulent Insurance Act - Prior Offender
Willfully/Knowingly Provide False Identity/False Or Misleading Information In Subject Line Of Any Commercial Electronic Mail Message
Willfully/Knowingly Fail To Use "Adv:" As 1St Four Characters In Subject Line Of Unsolicited Commercial Electronic Mail Message
Willfully/Knowingly Fail To Use "Adv:Adlt" As 1St Eight Characters In Subject Line Of Unsolicited Commercial Electronic Mail Message Containing Obscene Material
Willfully/Knowingly Transmit Unsolicited Commercial Electronic Mail Message After Being Notified Not To Send Further Such Messages
Violation In Use Of Aftermarket Crash Parts Pacifying Use In Repair
Filing False Records For Grain Warehouse Financial Statements
Violation Of An Order To Stop Shipping Grain
Issuing A Counterfeit Warehouse Receipt For Grain/Issuance Of Receipt By Unlicensed Person
Filing False Records Grain Warehouse
Stealing Grain
Issuing Fraudulent Lien Waiver
Accepting Fraudulent Lien Waiver
Falsifying Owner'S Signature On Consent For Mechanic'S Lien, Issuing Fraudulent Consent Of Owner
Lien Fraud - Over $500
Violation Of Missouri Preneed Funeral Contract Act (Sec 436.400 - 436.520)
Violation Of Any Provision Of Sections 443.805 - 443.812
Operate Under An Improper Business Name As Stated By Residential Mortgage Broker License Act - Prior Offender
Assault Motivated By Discrimination 3Rd Degree
Tampering With Property Of Another - 2nd Degree - Motivated By Discrimination
Property Damage Motivated By Discrimination - 1St Degree
Unlawful Use Of Weapon Motivated By Discrimination
Assault - 2nd Degree
Assault - 3Rd Degree - Special Victim
Domestic Assault - 2nd Degree
Domestic Assault 3Rd Degree - 3Rd Or Subsequent Offense
Kidnapping - 2nd Degree
Kidnapping - 3Rd Degree - Removed From State
Parental Kidnapping By Detain/Conceal Childs Whereabouts - 60-119 Days
Stalking - 1St Degree - 2nd Or Subsequent Offense
Rape - 2nd Degree
Statutory Rape - 2nd Degree
Sodomy - 2nd Degree
Statutory Sodomy - 2nd Degree
Sexual Misconduct Involving A Child Under 15 - 2nd/Subsequent Offense
Sex Offender Physically Present/Loiter Within 500 Feet Of Park With Playground/Pool - 2nd Or Subsequent Violation
Sex Offender Serving As Coach/Manager/Trainer Of Any Sports Team When Child Is Less Than 17 Years Of Age - 2nd Or Subsequent Violation
Promoting Prostitution - 2nd Degree
Promoting Travel For Prostitution
Abandonment Of Child 2nd Degree
Endangering The Welfare Of A Child Creating Substantial Risk- 1St Degree - 1St Offense - No Sexual Conduct
Endangering The Welfare Of A Child Creating Substantial Risk - 1St Degree - 1St Offense - Sexual Conduct
Endangering Welfare Of A Child Engaging In Sexual Conduct Under 17 Years Of Age As Parent/Guardian- 1St Degree - 1St Offense
Endangering The Welfare Of A Child Involving Drugs- 1St Degree - 1St Offense
Abuse Or Neglect Of A Child Under Section 568.060.5(1)
Trafficking In Children
Arson - 2nd Degree
Tampering With Service Of Utility Or Institution - 1St Degree
Tampering With Motor Vehicle - 1St Degree
Tampering With Airplane/Motorboat - 1St Degree
Tampering With Property Of Another - 2nd Degree (Prior Conviction/Finding Of Guilt Under 570.030)
Tampering With Airplane/Motor Boat - 2nd Degree (Prior Conviction/Finding Of Guilt Under 570.030)
Tampering With Motor Vehicle - 2nd Degree (Prior Conviction/Finding Of Guilt Under 570.030)
Property Damage - 1St Degree - Damage To Motor Vehicle With Intent To Steal
Violate Section 569.132 Regarding Crop Loss - Value $1,000 Or More
Burglary - 2nd Degree
Stealing - $750 Or More
Stealing - Physically Take
Stealing - Firearm/Explosive Weapon/Ammonium Nitrate
Stealing - Motor Vehicle/Watercraft/Aircraft
Stealing - Controlled Substance/Meth Manufacturing Material
Stealing - All Other Property Under 570.030.5 (3)
Forgery
Possession Of A Forging Instrument
Counterfeiting
Financial Exploitation Of Elderly/Disabled Person
Misapplication Of Funds Of Financial Institution
Making False Entries In Records Of Financial Institution
Identity Theft Or Attempt
Misappropriation Of Intellectual Property - 2nd Or Subseqent Offense
Theft/Attempted Theft Of Cable Tv Service - $500 Or More
Mortgage Fraud
Violation Of Stolen Valor Act Re Medal Of Honor
Manufacture/Possess 5 Or More Fictitious/Forged Identifications With Intent To Distribute
Unlawfully Receiving Public Assistance Benefits/Ebt Card - 2nd Or Subsequent Felony Offense
Unlawfully Receiving Public Assistance Benefits/Ebt Card (Value $750 Or More)
Unlawful Conversion Of Public Assistance Benefits/Ebt Card - 2nd Or Subsequent Felony Offense
Unlawful Transfer Of Public Assistance Benefits/Ebt Card - 2nd Or Subsequent Felony Offense
Unlawful Transfer Of Public Assistance Benefits/Ebt Card (Value $750 Or More)
Perjury In Application For Public Assistance - 3Rd Or Subsequent Offense
Unlawful Transfer Of Weapon To Felon, Fugitive, Addict Or Incompetent Person
Unlawful Possession Of A Firearm
Unlawful Possession Of An Explosive Weapon
Possession Of Gambling Records - 1St Degree
Promoting Child Pornography - 2nd Degree
Possession Of Child Pornography - 1St Offense
Promoting Civil Disorder
Institutional Vandalism
Terrorist Threat - 1St Degree
Agroterrorism - Damage To Crops, Poultry, Livestock Or Animals (Value Less Than $10 Million)
Perjury In A Procedure Involving A Felony Charge
Tampering With A Judicial Officer
Disarming A Peace Officer Or Correctional Officer While Performing Official Duty
Endangerng Corrections Employee/Visitor/Another Offender By Attempt/Knowingly Expose Person To Hiv/Hepatitis B Or C
Dmh Offender Endanger Dmh Employee, Visitor, Other Person Or Offender By Attempt To Or Knowngly Cause Person To Contract Hiv/Hepatitis
Tampering With Electronic Monitoring Equipment
Violating A Condition Of Lifetime Supervision
Escape Or Attempted Escape From Confinement By Striking Person
Tampering With Judicial Proceeding
Tampering With A Witness In A Felony Prosecution
Tamper Or Attempt To Tamper With A Victim In A Felony Prosecution
Supporting Terrorism
Dwi - Aggravated
Dwi - Physical Injury To Law Enforcement Or Emergency Personnel
Dwi - Serious Physical Injury
Bac - Aggravated Offender
Bac - Cmv (.04 - .079) - Aggravated Offender
Bwi - Aggravated
Bwi - Physical Injury To Law Enforcement Or Emergency Personnel
Bwi - Serious Physical Injury
Boating Bac - Aggravated Offender
Property Damage Motivated By Discrimination - 1St Degree
Leaving Scene Of Accident - Accident Resulting In Death
Transportation Of An Illegal Alien
Threatening To Place Bomb Or Explosive At Or Near Bus Or Terminal
Possession Of Weapon, Explosive Or Hazardous Material On Bus Or In Terminal
Owner/Possessor'S Dog Bites Person/Domestic Animal (2nd/Subsequent Bite) -Results In Death
Hazing - Life Endangerment
Sports Bribery - 1St Degree
Prohibited Acts Against Animal Research And Production Facilities
Keep Or Maintain A Public Nuisance
Possession Of Controlled Substance Except 35 Grams Or Less Of Marijuana/Synthetic Cannabinoid
Sell Or Transfer Solvents To Cause Certain Symptoms
Failure To Register As Sex Offender - 589.400-425 Underlying Offense Unclassified Felony Per Rsmo 566 - A/B Felony Or Felony Involving Child <14
Fail To Register As Sex Offender Under 589.400-425-Underlying Offense Unclassified Felony Rsmo 566 - A/B Felony Or Felony Involving Child <14 - 2nd Offense
Knowingly Damage Building Or Property Owned/Operated By Dmh
Willful/Negligent Cause/Permit Discharge Of Water Contaminants In Violation Of Section 644.006 To 644.141 - 2nd Or Subsequent Offense
Knowingly Falsifying Shared Care Tax Credit Document
Abuse Or Neglect Of A Participant In An Adult Day Care Program Occurring In An Unlicensed Program Or Where License Obtained With Materially False Documents.

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What Are Class D Felonies in Missouri?

What are Class D Felonies in Missouri?

Missouri law outlines conditions that may qualify as a Class D Felony. It’s important to note that the specific offenses and their classifications can vary, and the details may change over time due to legislative updates. See below for the most common types of Class D felonies:

Common types of Class D Felonies in Missouri:

  • Conspiracy to Commit a Class A, B, or C Felony
  • Identity Theft
  • Possession of Unlawful Firearms
  • 2nd Degree Assault
  • Aggravated DWI/DUI
  • Child Abuse
  • Burglary, Forgery, & Theft
  • Terrorist Threats

  • 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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    Convicted of a Class D Felony in St. Louis, MO?

    Convicted of a Class D Felony in St. Louis, MO?

    You may have to serve up to 7 years in prison. This can be the result of controlled substance usage and trafficking, impaired driving charges, and other cases resulting in endangerment. Typically, a Class D felony is relegated to first offenders and can be expunged if you carry out your sentence.

    Don’t hesitate to contact Combs Waterkotte now if you or a family member is charged with a Class D Felony in St. Louis, MO. It’s our job to help you navigate the legal landscape.

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    Types of Felonies in Missouri

    Types of Felonies in Missouri

    Below is a rundown of the different classes in Missouri:

    • Class A: Typically involves serious crimes like murder, major drug trafficking, and certain instances of rape. Sentences are severe, often including life imprisonment.
    • Class B: Common convictions include drug distribution, robbery, manslaughter, and assault. Class B offenses carry significant penalties.
    • Class C: Involves offenses such as involuntary manslaughter, minor drug possession, with shorter imprisonment periods and fines compared to higher classes.
    • Class D: Offenses like theft, possession, minor assault, leading to imprisonment based on the specifics of the case.
    • Class E: Includes minor theft, drug-related offenses, usually resulting in minimal prison time.
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    Speak to a St. Louis, MO Class D Felony Lawyer Today

    Speak to a St. Louis, MO Class D Felony Lawyer Today

    If you have been recently arrested for a felony and you’re looking for answers and support, Combs Waterkotte is the place to turn to. We have tried hundreds of felony cases in Missouri and can help you minimize the overall impact of felony charges on your life. Contact us online or call (314) 900-HELP and we can provide you a free, confidential consultation with a St. Louis felony lawyer that will hopefully answer all the questions you are asking about your felony charges.

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