In case anyone missed this news, Missouri law enforcement will begin enforcing the new “hands free” law on January 1, 2025.  So, it is more important than ever to put your phones away while driving.  Penalties for an initial offense is an infraction and will be a fine of up to $150.  A second offense […]

The criminal justice system is a cold, lonely place. Once you’re arrested, you’re just another name on a docket sheet, waiting to be processed. You can try to explain yourself to the prosecutor or the judge, but they’ve heard this story before. You’ve heard the phrase “innocent until proven guilty,” but it sure doesn’t feel […]

A 40-year old man represented by Adam Woody was found not guilty by a jury made up of 10 women and two men on September 15, 2022.  The jury acquitted the man of First Degree Domestic Assault following a 2-day jury trial.  The charge was a Class A Felony, which carries a range of punishment […]

We are pleased to announce that for the second straight year Springfield criminal defense attorney Adam Woody has been named to the Kansas and Missouri Super Lawyers list for 2021 in the field of criminal defense. This is an honor reserved for those lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice. Only 5% of attorneys in Missouri […]

The laws regarding to-go alcohol from restaurants and bars that were relaxed last year during the pandemic have now been made permanent. Starting Saturday, it will be legal for those establishments that serve alcohol to sell cocktails and other alcoholic beverages to-go. There are several limiting rules in place, however. The to-go container cannot have […]

For the fourth straight year, Adam Woody has been included in the publication “Best Lawyers in America” in the area of DUI/DWI Defense.  This year marks the 28th edition for the publication. Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer review. The methodology behind it is designed to capture, as accurately as possible, the […]

After previously being selected as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers, Springfield Criminal Defense Attorney Adam Woody has now been selected to the 2020 Missouri & Kansas Super Lawyers list in the area of criminal defense, an honor reserved for those lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice.  Only 5% of attorneys in Missouri & Kansas […]

We are honored to announce that the Law Office of Adam Woody has been named to the 2021 list of “Best Law Firms” by the U.S. News and World Report and Best Lawyers.  Firms included on this prestigious list are recognized for professional excellence with consistently impressive ratings from clients and peers. To be eligible […]

For the third straight year, Adam Woody has been included in the publication “Best Lawyers in America” in the area of DUI/DWI Defense.  This year marks the 27th edition for the publication. Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer review. The methodology behind it is designed to capture, as accurately as possible, the […]