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Eyewitness accounts can lead to wrongful convictions

On Behalf of M. Darin Vance, Attorney at Law | Jul 7, 2026 | Criminal Law

Wrongful convictions do happen in Mississippi and across the United States. In many cases, they are exposed by DNA evidence. It can definitively prove that someone else committed the crime, even long after the wrong individual was convicted. Often, what leads to these...

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Do you need a lawyer for a misdemeanor charge?

On Behalf of M. Darin Vance, Attorney at Law | Jun 30, 2026 | Criminal Law

Many people assume a misdemeanor is too minor to require legal representation. While misdemeanors typically carry less severe penalties than felonies, a conviction can still affect your finances, employment opportunities, and criminal record. If you face a misdemeanor...

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3 times a medical professional’s license is at risk

On Behalf of M. Darin Vance, Attorney at Law | Jun 18, 2026 | Professional License Defense

Medical professionals need state licenses to pursue their professions. They must prove they meet minimum education requirements, pass a state test and undergo a background check in most cases. Professionals who have years of experience and all of the necessary...

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2 reasons teenagers break the law

On Behalf of M. Darin Vance, Attorney at Law | Jun 11, 2026 | Criminal Law

If you have a teenager, you may find yourself worrying about the decisions they will make. You could be specifically worried that they will break the law and wind up getting arrested, for example, putting their future in jeopardy. For many parents, it can be hard to...

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There are 3 legal BAC limits in Mississippi

On Behalf of M. Darin Vance, Attorney at Law | May 28, 2026 | DUI

In Mississippi, drivers need to understand their legal limit when it comes to blood alcohol concentration (BAC). A driver's BAC is an indication of how much alcohol is actively in their system at the moment the test is taken, and it can be determined (to varying...

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Can you get a DUI if your own breathalyzer said you were fine?

On Behalf of M. Darin Vance, Attorney at Law | May 16, 2026 | DUI

Many people have bought personal breath testing machines that they carry in the car or keep in the house. Whenever they have a doubt about whether they are legally able to drive after consuming alcohol, they turn to this to guide them. While these machines can be...

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Are viral arrest videos making fair trials harder?

On Behalf of M. Darin Vance, Attorney at Law | May 12, 2026 | Criminal Law

A police encounter can reach thousands of people online within hours. Someone records an arrest on a phone, a bodycam clip appears on social media or a local news station posts part of the footage. Before long, strangers begin debating whether the person deserves...

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What options are available if your medical license is at risk?

On Behalf of M. Darin Vance, Attorney at Law | Apr 30, 2026 | Professional License Defense

One complaint can jeopardize your practice, credentials and long-term reputation. After this, a board notice may place your medical career under sudden review. If you are a medical professional facing a disciplinary case, early action can help you take control before...

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Can failure to report charges cost your security clearance?

On Behalf of M. Darin Vance, Attorney at Law | Apr 21, 2026 | Military Security Clearance Defense

Military service members holding security clearances face strict reporting obligations. One mistake many make is failing to report criminal charges to their command. Some delay reporting or hope the charges will disappear on their own. Unfortunately, this approach...

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How Mississippi handles disorderly conduct charges

On Behalf of M. Darin Vance, Attorney at Law | Apr 7, 2026 | Criminal Law

A heated argument outside a restaurant, a confrontation at a sporting event or a refusal to leave when police ask you to move on. Any of these situations can lead to a disorderly conduct charge in Mississippi. If you are facing this type of charge, you may not realize...

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