Smith, Montgomery & Associates, P.C., comprised of lawyers and highly-trained staff and one of the leading law firms in Southwest Missouri, is a full service law firm with over 65 years of combined experience.
| All Felonies | DWI - DUI |
| All Misdemeanors | Assault |
| Drug Crimes | Battery |
| Burglary | Theft |
| Domestic Violence | Moving Violations |
Our goal is to defend you aggressively and guide you through the criminal court system with courtesy and dignity.
The consequences of a criminal conviction are serious and the stakes are high: large fines, jail or prison time, a record that could hurt your ability to get and keep a steady job. At Smith, Montgomery & Associates, P.C., our Criminal Defense Team moves quickly to investigate and examine the evidence supporting the criminal charge(s), and we will do everything possible to support your position and fight to protect your future.
Examples of Class A felonies include second degree murder, first degree robbery. Examples of Class B felonies include voluntary manslaughter, 2nd degree robbery, 1st degree burglary. Class C felonies include involuntary manslaughter, robbery and second degree assault, deviate sexual assault, second-degree statutory rape, stealing a car, third stealing offense, forgery. Examples of Class D felonies include passing a bad check with no bank account, second-degree odometer fraud, parental kidnapping.
Misdemeanors are generally less serious than felonies and involve less jail time and lower fines. The maximum penalties for Class A misdemeanors is up to 1 year in jail and a fine of up to $1000. Examples of Class A misdemeanors include fraudulent use of a credit card device, passing bad checks, third degree assault, false advertising and reckless burning. Class B misdemeanors typically carry penalties from 30 days up to six months in jail and fines of $500 maximum. Examples of Class B misdemeanors include a first offense DWI/DUI, first degree trespass, removing plants from highways and roadways. The maximum penalties for Class C misdemeanors penalties range from up to 15 days in jail and a fine of up to $300. Examples of Class C misdemeanors are first offense driving with excessive blood alcohol content, library theft. Some crimes may have specific penalties and fines attached to them, so it is so important that you call Smith, Montgomery & Asociates, P.C., for a Free 1st Visit with a member of our Criminal Defense Team so that we can evaluate your case. Infractions involve no imprisonment penalties, and fines generally do not exceed $200.
Make an appointment for a FREE 1ST VIST to discuss your case and find out how our representation can make a difference in your case. At that visit, we will give you a reasonable price for your defense and put it in writing. You will know exactly what it will cost and exactly what services will be included. There will be no extra fees or hidden costs. When you decide to hire us, we can set you up on a payment plan, and we also accept VISA, MASTERCARD, AMERICAN EXPRESS and DISCOVER for your convenience. You can be assured you will have a trained, experienced Criminal Defense Team who is willing to listen to you and then fight for your protection.