The Loophole
The Loophole
Wampler & Passanise
Can’t get your fill of true crime? Come sit behind the defense table with criminal defense attorneys Joseph S. Passanise and Taylon Sumners-Schwartz. Join them every other Wednesday as they take you beyond the yellow crime-scene tape with topics like gun laws, domestic violence, drugs, and embezzlement. And yes, even murder. 
Episode 7: Red Lights in the Rear View
With the winter holidays on the horizon, we're discussing what to do if you've been celebrating and get pulled over. Learn about field sobriety tests that may be administered, your rights and responsibilities, and ways to celebrate safely. 
Dec 19, 2023
26 min
Episode 6 - Legal in One State, Not in Another: Crossing State Lines with Marijuana
Medical and/or recreational marijuana can cause a multitude of issues when traveling. When it comes to cannabis, you're dealing with state and federal law. This episode discusses different aspects of each and how to avoid unintended consequences. 
Dec 11, 2023
30 min
Episode 5: Child Endangerment
In this episode, we cover child endangerment, what it means and the many forms it takes. We also discuss the signs and symptoms to watch for and what to do should you find yourself in a situation where you suspect, or are charged, with endangering a child.
Nov 21, 2023
28 min
Episode 4: Gun Laws and Hunting
Laws regulating hunting and the use of firearms can vary by state and province. It's your responsibility to know the laws where you live and travel. That old saying is true: pleading ignorance of the law can get you fined or serving jail time.
Nov 3, 2023
21 min
Episode 3: No Body Parts Involved in New Cell Phone Law
Missouri is the latest state to implement cell phone legislation to reduce distracted driving, aligning Missouri with most other states that have similar legislation. What constitutes distracted driving, and what activities are allowed under the new law? What body parts can you use Joe and Taylon cover the details and what they see as challenges with enforcement. 
Oct 16, 2023
17 min
Episode 2: Get Out of Jail Free? Criminal Defense Strategies.
Not guilty by reason of insanity means no jail time, right? Wrong. Learn about this and other ways attorneys defend clients. And remember, the best defense against any criminal charge is innocence. 
Oct 16, 2023
19 min
Episode 1: Meet Your Hosts
One of the keys to happiness is following your passion. Sometimes, it leads you down roads you never envisioned. Get to know the hosts of The Loophole and how they ended up defending some of the toughest criminal charges imaginable.
Oct 12, 2023
58 min