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Compare Criminal Defense Lawyers in Kansas City, MO
Browse criminal defense lawyers serving Kansas City, Missouri. Contact information and addresses listed below.
20 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Kansas City, MO
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Showing 20 criminal defense lawyers in Kansas City, MO
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Your Traffic Ticket Lawyer, LLC
4717 Grand Ave # 300, Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 897-3381 yourtrafficticketlawyer.com
Speeding Ticket KC Traffic Law Firm
6301 Rockhill Rd #100c, Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 398-8772 speedingticketkc.com
Devkota Law Firm
4010 Washington St Suite 350, Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 451-0618 devkotalawfirm.com
Watt and Young
700 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64105
(913) 433-3849 kcmetrodefense.com
KC Defense Counsel
2300 Main St Ste 900, Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 287-3787 kcdefensecounsel.com
KCticketlaw
1100 Main St Suite 2820, Kansas City, MO 64105
(816) 229-2708 kcticketlaw.com
Steve Schanker, Attorney at Law
1919 Buchanan St, Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 607-8860 kansascityduidefenselawyer.com
David M. Lurie, Criminal Defense Attorney
1100 Walnut St #2940, Kansas City, MO 64106
(816) 399-5584 the-law.com
Wichman Law Firm, LLC
1005 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 787-1529 wichmanlawfirm.com
The Christopher Scott Law Office, LLC
c/o WeWork, 1100 Main St UNIT 400, Kansas City, MO 64105
(913) 706-2547 scottlawkc.com
Mark M. Ferguson Attorney At Law
1919 Buchanan St, Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 221-1750 nkc-law.com
Solomon & Peter LLP
140 Walnut St Suite 202, Kansas City, MO 64106
(816) 800-9529 solomonandpeter.com
Missouri DWI & Criminal Law Center at Benjamin Law Firm, LLC
1475 Walnut St, Kansas City, MO 64106
(816) 800-9572 dwicriminallawcenter.com
Bates & Merryman Law Firm
7132 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64114
(816) 608-2570 bmmblaw.com
Nigro Law Firm, LLC
606 W 39th St, Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 753-4830 nigrolawfirm.com
Spradlin Kennedy Richman Law Firm
4510 Belleview Ave Suite 200A, Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 768-6900 spradlinkennedy.com
The Hartley Law Firm
908 Baltimore Ave Suite #304, Kansas City, MO 64106
(816) 451-0909 thehartleylawfirm.com
Combs Waterkotte
2300 Main St Ste 900, Kansas City, MO 64108
(913) 772-7463 combswaterkotte.com
KC Defenders, LLC
2750 Cherry St Ste. 102, Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 573-2523 kcdefenders.com
The Law Office of Andrew T. Christie, LLC
1201 NW Briarcliff Pkwy #200, Kansas City, MO 64116
(816) 533-3456 atclawoffice.com
If you face criminal charges in Kansas City Missouri you need a skilled criminal defense lawyer who understands Jackson County court procedures and Missouri state laws. Missouri law covers offenses from DWI to felony drug charges each with specific penalties and deadlines. A local Kansas City attorney can help navigate the Missouri court system and build a strong defense for your case.
What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Kansas City Cost?
Criminal defense lawyer costs in Kansas City Missouri vary by case complexity and lawyer experience. For a simple misdemeanor flat fees often range from 500 to 2500 dollars. Felony cases may cost 2500 to 10000 dollars or more for serious charges. Many lawyers offer free initial consultations. This is general information not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does a Kansas City criminal defense lawyer handle?
A criminal defense lawyer in Kansas City handles cases like DWI drug crimes assault theft white collar crimes and federal offenses. They represent clients in Jackson County Circuit Court and nearby municipal courts.
How quickly should I hire a lawyer after an arrest in Missouri?
You should hire a lawyer as soon as possible after arrest. Missouri law requires an initial court appearance within 48 hours for most charges. Early legal help can protect your rights and preserve evidence.
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