CASS COUNTY

CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER SERVING CASS COUNTY, MISSOURI
OVERVIEW
If law enforcement arrested you in Cass County, Missouri, you need a criminal defense lawyer who knows the local courts and understands what’s at stake. We represent clients in Harrisonville, Belton, Raymore, Pleasant Hill, Peculiar, and across Cass County, fighting to protect their freedom and future at every stage of the case.
We don’t wait to react—we build your defense right away.
COURTS WE REGULARLY APPEAR IN
We regularly appear in both circuit and municipal courts throughout Cass County:
Cass County Circuit Court – Harrisonville (2501 W Mechanic St): This is the main courthouse for felony and serious misdemeanor cases.
Municipal Courts in Belton, Raymore, Pleasant Hill, and Others: We handle misdemeanor charges, city ordinance violations, and traffic offenses in local courts throughout the county.
We understand how prosecutors, judges, and local procedures work in Cass County—and we use that insight to your advantage.
CASES WE TAKE IN CASS COUNTY
Our firm defends clients against a wide range of charges in Cass County. No matter how serious the accusation, we build a strong, personalized defense. We handle cases involving:
Drug Charges – Possession, distribution, trafficking, and prescription fraud
Violent Crimes – Assault, armed criminal action, domestic violence, and homicide
Weapons Charges – Unlawful use of a weapon, unlawful possession, and firearm enhancements
Property Crimes – Burglary, robbery, shoplifting, and criminal damage to property
Domestic Assault – First-time and repeat offenses
DWI/DUI – First-time and repeat offenses, refusal cases, and license suspension defense
Juvenile Offenses – Representation for minors facing criminal allegations
Probation Violations – Hearings, bond motions, and reinstatement advocacy
We prepare every case for trial but also explore every opportunity to resolve your case favorably—through dismissal, diversion, or plea negotiation.
WHY CLIENT'S TRUST THE HARTLEY LAW FIRM IN CASS COUNTY
We’ve earned a strong reputation for criminal defense in Cass County because we:
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Know how local prosecutors approach each type of case
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File aggressive motions to challenge weak evidence
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Stay accessible and responsive to our clients
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Protect your rights at every stage—from arrest to trial
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Work hard to keep you out of jail and protect your future
Whether your case is in Cass County Circuit Court or a municipal court in a smaller town, we fight for the best outcome possible.
ATTENTION: Nothing in this article is meant to be construed as legal advice and does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. The choice of an attorney is an important decision and should not be based solely on advertisements.