In Mississippi, your DUI charge can escalate quickly from an unforgettable mistake to a life-altering felony. If you are facing your third DUI within five years, you may face far more than just a traffic violation. The state generally classifies first and second...
Year: 2026
What happens if your interim security clearance is denied?
An interim security clearance denial can be alarming. You may immediately wonder whether you have lost your job or your military career. An interim denial does not automatically prevent you from receiving a final security clearance. The government may continue...
Can a misdemeanor affect a professional license in Mississippi?
Yes, a misdemeanor can affect your professional license in Mississippi, but not every offense will have the same impact. Here’s what you need to know. The type of misdemeanor matters A misdemeanor involving dishonesty, drugs, violence or conduct related to your...
What happens after a child is taken into police custody in Mississippi?
Learning that your child is in police custody can leave you with many questions. You may wonder where your child will go, when you can see them and what the court will do next. Understanding how Mississippi's youth court process works can help you prepare for the...
Can you refuse a breath test in Mississippi?
The police collect evidence when charging drivers for drunk driving. One common form of evidence is a driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC). BAC refers to the amount of alcohol in a driver's body. In Mississippi, a driver is automatically considered inebriated if their...
Eyewitness accounts can lead to wrongful convictions
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...
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...


