Different Kinds of Misdemeanors in Missouri: What They Mean and How They Affect You

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Class A Misdemeanors are the most serious charges. The maximum penalty for a Class A Misdemeanor is up to one year in jail and/or a fine not to exceed $2,000. Misdemeanor Class A charges are often related to employees or businesses operating without proper certificates, credentials, having a criminal history, or not disclosing criminal history on an employment application. Class A Misdemeanors often include driving a vehicle without proper license, tags, or in an improper manner including operating carelessly or in an imprudent manner causing an automobile accident.

Class A Misdemeanor is not as serious as a felony but the consequences of having a misdemeanor on your criminal background can be life-changing. A Class A Misdemeanor can affect future employment, housing, and/or education opportunities.

• 4th Degree Assault 
• 4th Degree Domestic Assault
• Applicant Fail To Disclose Criminal History
• DUI (repeat offender)
• Passing Bad Checks
• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (repeat offender)
• Possession Of A Controlled Substance
  • less than 10 grams of Marijuana (prior conviction)
  • More than 10 grams but less than 35 grams of Marijuana
• Resisting or Interfering with an arrest
• Unlawful Distribution, Delivery, Or Sale Of Drug Paraphernalia (A Misdemeanor To E Felony)
• Unlawful Use Of Weapons (certain circumstances)

If you do not see a case similar to yours here, do not assume that we are unable to help. This list is merely an example of the types of criminal defense cases Krupp Law Firm takes on regularly. Get in contact with our office, and we will be happy to talk to you about your case.

Class B Misdemeanors are less severe than Class A Misdemeanors. Class B Misdemeanors carry a penalty of up to six months in county jail and a maximum $1,000 fine

• DUI / DWI (1st offense)
• Reckless and imprudent driving
• Speeding exceeding 20+ MPH over the speed limit
• Unlawful Use Of A Weapon (certain circumstances)
• Possession Of A Defaced Firearm

If you do not see a case similar to yours here, do not assume that we are unable to help. This list is merely an example of the types of criminal defense cases Krupp Law Firm takes on regularly. Get in contact with our office, and we will be happy to talk to you about your case.

Class C Misdemeanors are less severe than Class B Misdemeanors. Class C Misdemeanors carry a penalty of up to 15 days in jail and a maximum $750 fine.

• 4th Degree Assault (certain circumstances)
• Many Traffic Violations

If you do not see a case similar to yours here, do not assume that we are unable to help. This list is merely an example of the types of criminal defense cases Krupp Law Firm takes on regularly. Get in contact with our office, and we will be happy to talk to you about your case.

Class D Misdemeanors are less severe than Class C Misdemeanors. Class D Misdemeanors carry no jail time and a maximum penalty of a $500 fine.

• Driving With A Revoked License
• Driving With A Suspended License
• Driving Without Insurance
• Possession Of Drug Paraphanalia (first offense)

If you do not see a case similar to yours here, do not assume that we are unable to help. This list is merely an example of the types of criminal defense cases Krupp Law Firm takes on regularly. Get in contact with our office, and we will be happy to talk to you about your case.