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If you are under arrest for a criminal charge, it is important that you understand the bail process. Knowing your rights when it comes to bail, as well as the consequences if you violate it, is part of protecting yourself when preparing for a trial. Following an...
A common assumption that many in Mississippi may hold is that any altercation justifying criminal charges must logically include two willing participants. For this reason, claims of self-defense made by one facing such charges may often prompt skepticism. Yet at the...
On July 6, 2022, Mississippi's trigger law banning most abortions went into effect. The law makes abortion illegal except in cases of rape or to save the life of the mother. However, some Mississippi prosecutors say they do not plan to prosecute violators of this law....
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...
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...
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...
Your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) determines whether you are sober enough to operate a vehicle. If your BAC is over .08%, the legal limit, you will face legal repercussions in the event an officer pulls you over. However, even a slightly elevated BAC can affect...
Mississippi is one of 28 states that abide by a three-strikes rule, also known as a habitual offender law. This policy means that even minor crimes if repeated enough times may come with high sentences. Nonviolent ones may cost you the rest of your life while violent...
If you suffer from certain medical conditions, such as cancer or glaucoma, using marijuana may help to alleviate your symptoms. Fortunately, Mississippi recently became the 37th state to legalize the use of cannabis for medical purposes. According to the Marijuana...
Nurses take care of their patients, but sometimes, patients file complaints against nurses for abuse, illicit substance use or sexual misconduct. Medical care practitioners accused of misconduct may go before the Board of Nursing. The National Council of State Boards...
