Mississippi law allows for those with previous criminal records to obtain professional licenses despite those past convictions. This bill, known as the Fresh Start Act, became a state law in 2019, and according to the Mississippi Legislature, provides past offenders...
Month: June 2022
What can delay the security clearance process?
The opportunity to work for a branch of the U.S. military or another area of the government can be a rewarding experience. Many military and government jobs require you to attain a security clearance before you can qualify. A government investigation of your...
What are due process rights in a juvenile violation hearing?
Some juveniles end up in trouble with the law. It may happen because a minor is under a court order and violates it. If law enforcement suspects this is the case, the juvenile may become subject to a violation hearing. If you have a child caught up in this situation,...
Proving an intent to distribute controlled substances
Drug charges in Mississippi are serious. Should law enforcement discover controlled substances in your ownership, they may charge you with misdemeanor possession crimes. Other charges, however, are much more serious. In some cases, officials gather evidence that...