Franklin County Criminal Defense Lawyer
I am Douglas Richards, a Franklin County Criminal Defense Lawyer, who since graduating from Washington University Law School in 1986, have been helping and defending people who have been arrested and charged with all kinds of Felony Charges and Misdemeanor Charges for over the past 30 years.
You or a family member have been arrested for a Criminal Charge in Franklin County, MO, Whether the Criminal Charge is for, but not limited to:
- Criminal Non Support (Not paying child support)
- Class E Felony or Class A Misdemeanor
- Drug Possession Charges – Arrests for possession, trafficking, manufacture, importation, cultivation, sales or distribution of:
- Marijuana (Pot, Grass, Weed)
- Cocaine (Coke)
- Crack cocaine
- Heroin
- Methamphetamine
- Prescription drugs
- Other drugs
- Drug Paraphernalia Charges
- Bongs, One Hitters, etc.
- Stealing Charges
- Stealing Over $25,000.00
- Stealing Over $500.00
- Stealing Under $500.00
- White Collar Crimes
- Embezzlement
- Retail theft
- Shoplifting
- Petty theft
- Identity theft
- Weapon Charges
- Illegal sale or possession of a firearm
- Carrying a concealed weapon without a permit
- Unlawful discharge of a firearm
- Brandishing a firearm
- Felon in possession of a firearm
- Possession of a weapon while intoxicated
- Illegal possession of an assault rifle, modified weapon, knives or brass knuckles
- Domestic Assault Charges
- Assault Charges
- Minor in Possession of Alcohol Charges
- Probation Violations/Probation Revocation Hearings
When you are charged with any type of Criminal Charge, it is often worthwhile to discuss the situation with an experienced Franklin County Criminal Defense Lawyer. You may permanently damage your case by talking with police and prosecutors before talking with a Criminal Defense Lawyer.
Call me, Douglas Richards, an experienced Franklin County Criminal Defense Lawyer, for a Free Consultation.
I have represented clients facing all types of Criminal Charges for over 30 years. In every Criminal Case, the Prosecuting Attorney must prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. By demonstrating even before trial that the Prosecuting Attorney has no case, or a very weak case, can serve as the basis to arrange for a plea bargain, a reduced charge, or even complete dismissal of the charges.
I will make sure your rights and privileges are protected to the greatest extent possible. An arrest can be a devastating experience, and the consequences can follow you for the rest of your life. Because the criminal court system is complex, you benefit from the counsel of a skilled and knowledgeable Franklin County Criminal Defense Lawyer. You need someone on your side who understands the law and how the Criminal Courts work.
I never charge a fee for an initial consultation because I understand that finding the right Franklin County Criminal Defense Lawyer is an important step. Call me today so we can set up a time to meet face-to-face so I can answer all of your Franklin County Criminal Defense questions.
Call me at:
DOUGLAS RICHARDS
ATTORNEY AT LAW
9666 Olive Blvd, Ste. 365
St. Louis, MO 63132
314-517-5756
or
636-256-7300
I look forward to sitting down and talking to you face-to-face, so you can teach me the facts of your case and I can teach you what the law is and what legal defenses and legal tactics that are available to you, so that together, we can achieve the Best Result for you!
DOUGLAS RICHARDS
ATTORNEY AT LAW

Law Office of Douglas Richards | Franklin County Criminal Defense Lawyer | 9666 Olive Blvd, Ste 365 | St Louis, MO 63132 | 314-517-5756 or 636-256-7300
I am a Franklin County Criminal Defense Lawyer – with over 30 years of experience in handling cases in Franklin County, MO and in the other areas of St. Louis County (West County, South County, North County), St. Louis City, St. Charles County, Jefferson County and Lincoln County.
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