Platte City Misdemeanor Lawyer

A misdemeanor charge in Platte City or Platte County can still mean jail exposure, probation, and a public record. Call 816-510-1084 before you plead. Misdemeanors are often treated casually until a missed court date, a bad plea, or a background check makes the cost clear. Counsel helps you understand the charge class, possible sentences, and whether negotiation or trial is the better posture.

David McDonald of McDonald Law Firm LLC has 17+ years of trial experience defending misdemeanor cases in Missouri and Kansas. Based in Platte City, MO, with meetings in Olathe, KS by appointment, he regularly appears across the Kansas City metro.

Traffic tickets that stay infractions are covered on the traffic tickets page. If you live out of state and picked up a MO/KS misdemeanor, see out-of-state help or call to ask about appearances.

If the charge is in Platte City and you want the city page first, see Platte City criminal defense.

Starting fees

Flat-fee bands when they fit; you get a clear quote on the call.

Misdemeanor defense from $2,500

Starting at $2,500 for many misdemeanor matters. Complexity, multiple counts, priors, or trial can adjust the fee.

Simple speeding amendments from $500

When the matter is a simple speeding amendment (not a misdemeanor), starting at $500 with fine included if the case fits—see traffic tickets.

DUI / DWI from $3,500

DUI/DWI matters start from $3,500. Details on the DUI / DWI page.

Common misdemeanor concerns

Assault, domestic-related, and peace-disturbance charges
Theft / property offenses charged as misdemeanors
Drug possession and related lower-level counts
Driving-related misdemeanors (beyond a simple speeding ticket)

Bring the citation or complaint. David will explain what the paperwork actually says and what options look like in that court—without guaranteeing any result.

FAQs

Is a misdemeanor “no big deal”?

It can still mean jail time, probation, fines, and a public record. Whether it is “minor” depends on the charge and your goals—ask before you plead.

What does “from $2,500” cover?

A starting flat-fee band for many misdemeanor defenses. After a free consult you get a clear quote for your county and charge.

Can I handle this without coming to court?

Sometimes counsel can appear or reduce your need to appear—rules vary by court and charge. Out-of-state clients should ask; see also out-of-state.

Do you cover Platte City, Olathe, and KC metro?

Yes. Call 816-510-1084 with the court name on your paperwork for a free consult.

Can a misdemeanor be expunged later?

Sometimes, after waiting periods and depending on the offense and state. See the expungement page or ask after the case is resolved.

Educational content only. Not legal advice. Attorney advertising. No outcome is guaranteed.

Misdemeanor defense in Platte City and Platte County

Starting fees

Common misdemeanor concerns

FAQs