No parent wants to believe that their child would participate in shoplifting. However, many teens are cited for this crime, which can then lead to a legal record that could follow your child for life. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to deter your child from...
Year: 2020
Does Mississippi have an ignition interlock law?
All states in the union have laws against drunk driving, but the laws differ between states. In the state of Mississippi, it is important to be aware of ignition interlock device laws if you are dealing with a DUI conviction. Like many states, Mississippi does have...
How your criminal record affects security clearance
As a service member, you may have access to classified information. If you have criminal charges in your background, these charges might affect your eligibility for security clearance. To receive security clearance, you typically have to meet the National Security...
Identity theft laws in Mississippi
People facing charges for identity theft in Mississippi may want to know how the law defines identity theft, as well as the penalties. We understand how the law applies to charges for these crimes and have helped many clients in their criminal defense cases. What...
When can youth courts transfer jurisdiction to criminal courts?
Mississippi law is tough on youth, to say the least. Per the Manual for Mississippi Youth Courts, the state may try a child as young as 13 as an adult for any offense that involves the use of a deadly weapon, for which the adult punishment is life in prison or death...
What actions can the board take against my nursing license?
If you violate the laws regulating nursing licensure or someone accuses you of violating a law, then you could face disciplinary action by the Mississippi Board of Nursing. The MSBN explains that it can hold you accountable for any violations of the MSBN...
What should you know about vandalism laws?
In Mississippi, there are laws in place to prevent property damage due to vandalism. Unfortunately, vandalism is a crime that many youths often engage in. They are usually not aware of the fact that vandalism can be a misdemeanor or even felony. First, you must know...
Debt management tips to protect security clearance
There are many service members in Mississippi that are struggling to repay debt. Civilians struggle with this problem too, but it affects military families at much higher rates. Military people also have more to fear from debt than civilians. This is because debt is...


