Drinking and driving can have a serious impact on anyone's future. But for underage drivers, the impact is often underestimated. Many convicted of underage DUI crimes do not realize how it affects everything from employability to their college career. In particular,...
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3 common defenses to drunk driving
If you consumed alcohol before driving a vehicle, you could face charges for drinking and driving. This crime comes with severe penalties, like the requirement to spend time in jail or loss of driving privileges. For example, according to the Mississippi Department of...
Obtaining a restricted driving license
If you are facing drunk driving charges, you likely worry about various repercussions, whether your job is at stake, your reputation is on the line, you have concerns about financial penalties or you are worried about spending time behind bars. However, losing your...
What penalties can you face for shoplifting?
If you think of shoplifting as a minor offense against a rich merchant who can easily adsorb the loss, think again. Mississippi takes a dim view of shoplifting, and Section 97-23-93 of the Mississippi Code provides for severe penalties upon conviction. FindLaw...
Mississippi courts hold fast on juvenile sentencing trend
Juveniles in Mississippi who commit serious crimes are finding themselves facing life in prison despite recommendations from the state Supreme Court. Despite the young age of these offenders, many courts in the state continue to hand down this harsh penalty. This...
What are the penalties for nursing license violations?
As a condition of your licensure to practice nursing, you must adhere to certain personal and professional standards. While low-risk issues, such as having frequent disputes with coworkers or regularly showing up late for your shift, may affect your employment more...
Can law enforcement search your car without a warrant?
Seeing those blue lights flashing in your rearview mirror may cause you anxiety and stress. You may feel especially uneasy if the law enforcement officer who stops you wants to look around your vehicle. Understanding what your rights are under these circumstances may...
Did you know these facts about DUI breath test accuracy?
Recently, Mississippi law enforcement pulled you over on suspicion of drunk driving. You consented to a breath test, but were the results that led to your DUI accurate? Business Insider explores the inaccuracy of alcohol breath analyzers. Learn how you could contest...
When the authorities may take a juvenile into custody
Juvenile justice systems in every state treat youth offenders much differently from adults except regarding serious violent crimes. The DeSoto County Juvenile Court has jurisdiction over cases involving children under 18 years old who are delinquent, neglected, abused...
What do you know about how judges set bail?
After a recent run-in with Mississippi law enforcement, police detained you until your trial. The judge set your bail, and you may wonder how she or he chose that specific amount. The American Bar Association explores the factors that affect bail amount. While...