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...
Hernando Criminal Defense Law Blog
Do you need a lawyer for a misdemeanor charge?
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...
3 times a medical professional’s license is at risk
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...
2 reasons teenagers break the 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...
There are 3 legal BAC limits in Mississippi
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...
Can you get a DUI if your own breathalyzer said you were fine?
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...
Are viral arrest videos making fair trials harder?
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...
What options are available if your medical license is at risk?
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...
Can failure to report charges cost your security clearance?
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...
How Mississippi handles disorderly conduct charges
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...


