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Richard C Simons
KC Defense Counsel
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Biography
Born in Kansas City, Missouri
Raised in Richmond and Kearney, Missouri
Graduated Suma Cum Laude from William Jewel College in Liberty Missouri
Graduated from the University of Missouri-Kansas City-School of law
Numerous Dean’s List and Honors in Academic Career
Multiple Awards
Practicing law for over 10 years
Licensed in Missouri and Oklahoma.
Regional Kansas City, Missouri attorney; situated in historic “Rockhill Ridge” Brookside community specialized in amending traffic tickets in the Kansas City, Missouri Metropolitan area
Education
- University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law
- J.D. (2008) | Law
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- William Jewell College
- B.A. (2004) | Psychology
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- Honors: Suma Cum Laude
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Professional Experience
- Senior Partner
- KC Defense Counsel
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- Criminal Defense firm Kansas City
- Owning Partner
- Speedingticketkc.com
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- Traffic and Criminal law in Kansas City
- CLO
- Northland Sonic Drive Ins
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Publications
Articles & Publications
- Driving on the Sly
- Lawguru
Speaking Engagements
- Race and the Justice System, KC Caffeine Podcasts on News and Politics, Raytown Missouri
- KC Caffiene
- https://soundcloud.com/tjandthetriforce
Certifications
- Cisco Networking
- ITU
- Windows Network
- ITU
Awards
- Trial advocacy
- The Order of the Barristers
- Excellence in trial advocacy
- Excellence In Criminal Defense Law
- Lawyers of Distinction
- Excellence In Criminal Defense Law
Professional Associations
- The Missouri Bar # 63245
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- National Trial Lawyers
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- Lawyers of Distinction
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- National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
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- The order of the Barristers
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Missouri
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- Oklahoma
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Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
Practice Areas
- Traffic Tickets
- Suspended License
- DUI & DWI
- Criminal Law
- Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
- Animal & Dog Law
- Domestic Violence
- Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
- Q. Can a court enter a plea of guilty for you, if you fail to appear for a traffic violation?
- A: In general no a plea cannot be entered for you.
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- Q. Is a vehicle considered as derelict because you haven't gotten it tagged
- A: I honestly have never heard of a derelict vehicle but I have heard of a citation for an unregistered one. Whether your vehicle is on the road or not, you need to have it registered as soon as possible in order to stop receiving further citations.
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- Q. Do I need a lawyer for a speeding violation in Lyon County, going 26 MPH over the 70 MPH speed limit? I live in MO.
- A: Assuming this is your only offense and you are a non-cdl driver, no you will not lose your license. Do you need to get an attorney, Yes I recommend getting an attorney and getting your ticket amended to a non-moving violation. In Missouri they department of revenue adds points to your record and if you get enough your license can be suspended. Insurance companies will check your driving record when you renew or look for new insurance. Because you got a speeding ticket, they will raise your rates because they will assume you are a riskier driver. The amendment process is quite easy and costs generally between $150-$300 in fines and I charge a flat fee of $75 a ticket. Get a lawyer and get ... Read More
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