Somehow, you have found yourself charged with shoplifting from a business in Mississippi. You may agree with the use of the word, "somehow," because it felt like you were not in control of your body when the crime occurred. Could undiagnosed kleptomania be the reason...
Theft, robbery, burglary: How are they different?
If you find yourself charged with allegedly committing some sort of a personal property crime in Mississippi, the precise charge could take a variety of forms. Virtually all crimes of this nature have to do with theft, and theft itself constitutes one of them. FindLaw...
Questioning the reliability of breath test devices
Police officers in Mississippi and across the nation use roadside breath test devices to measure motorists’ blood alcohol content level. If law enforcement ever pulls you over on suspicion of drunk driving, officers may ask you to submit to one of these tests. Yet,...
What should I know about statutory rape laws?
Sexual contact with children is a very serious crime for a very good reason. Persons found to be in violation of sex crime laws often face very harsh punishments. Thus, it is imperative to understand statutory rape laws in Mississippi. All states in the country have...
What rights do arrested youth in Mississippi have?
Every citizen of the United States has basic rights when placed under arrest, such as the right to remain silent and the right to a fair and speedy trial. Youth in Mississippi, or those who are under the age of 18 when placed under arrest, enjoy those same...
What are the elements required to prove a shoplifting offense?
Shoplifting is a very common crime in Mississippi and around the country. Sometimes, it happens by accident. For example, children may often grab an item off the shelf without a parent ever knowing about it until after they leave the store. Another good example is...
New Mississippi law allows board licensing for ex-offenders
House Bill No. 1284, the Mississippi Fresh Start Act recently signed into law, allows ex-offenders to receive occupational licensing board approval for specific jobs. The purpose of the legislation is to give those released from prison a better chance to establish new...
Do cops have to read you the Miranda Warning?
If you turn on any police procedural, you are bound to hear the Miranda Warning. Cops give this speech to detainees during arrest. At the time of an arrest, the arresting officer must give an individual a warning of his or her rights. When arrested in Mississippi, the...
