Death penalty
State v. Phelps
Result: Acquittal
Death penalty charges. The jury returned an acquittal.
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Past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Every case is different; results depend
on the facts, the law, and the forum. These summaries are not promises of future results.
Notable cases
Selected matters from David’s trial practice, including death-penalty and murder defense.
Death penalty · Murder
State v. Gilmore
Result: Acquittal
Two death penalty murder charges. Result: acquittal.
Murder
State v. Sheldon
Result: Dismissed
Murder charge. Result: dismissed.
Death penalty · Murder
State v. Eldred
Result: 5-year plea to reduced charges
Death penalty murder charge resolved with a five-year plea to reduced charges.
Murder
State v. Hamilton
Result: Murder charge dismissed at trial
Murder charge. Result: murder charge dismissed at trial.
What clients say
Client-reported feedback (secondary social proof).
“Over 4 years on our case. His professionalism helped save a family member’s life.”
“Six-person jury. Not guilty.”
“From start to finish the best experience I could have asked for. I live out of state and David took care of every detail—and got me the best deal.”
“Best lawyer I’ve ever had. Got multiple tickets taken care of for me—and for a super fair price.”
Ready when it matters most
David has tried dozens of cases to juries—from misdemeanors to death penalty matters— with 17+ years of trial experience. He specializes in high-level felony defense and handles all criminal defense from DUIs to murder across Missouri and Kansas.
If you are facing charges—or expect them—call for a free consult. You will get an honest assessment of your situation.
Case summaries also published on Rivera Law (of counsel).
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