Distinguishing the age in which a minor officially becomes an adult is a tricky task. While most states in the U.S. consider the age of legal adulthood – the age of majority – 18 years old, in Mississippi, you’re not an adult in the eyes of the law until you turn 21....
What happens to repeat DUI offenders in Mississippi?
Many Mississippi residents rely on their cars heavily. Families need a vehicle to commute to and from work, take the kids to soccer and purchase groceries at the local store. For many people, owning a car goes beyond a privilege — a car might be necessary to maintain...
Charges dropped against woman who called her parents racist on Facebook
A family fight on social media over a car led to criminal charges against a Mississippi woman, but the police have since dropped the charges. On June 5, the woman, 21, made a post on her Facebook page accusing her parents of racism and her mother of abusing her....
What are the causes of juvenile crime?
If your child has been accused of a crime, you may feel confused and heartbroken. How could your son or daughter have ended up in this situation? What taught them that this kind of behavior is okay? Common life experiences among juvenile offenders Psychologists have...
How to expunge a criminal record in Mississippi
Convicted criminals carry a heavy burden in the United States. Though their sentence complete and restitution paid, many people continue to pay for their mistake for years. Whether applying for an apartment, interviewing for a job or attempting to secure a home loan,...
