Recently, Mississippi law enforcement pulled you over on suspicion of drunk driving. You consented to a breath test, but were the results that led to your DUI accurate? Business Insider explores the inaccuracy of alcohol breath analyzers. Learn how you could contest...
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Intervention courts may prevent a criminal record
Researchers understand that incarceration serves well as punishment and keeps offenders from harming the public, but jail or prison time rarely functions as rehabilitation. In fact, people who have spent time in jail due to drug or alcohol use are more likely to...
Underage DUI in Mississippi
Summer has come to Mississippi, packing the roads with cars. Whether taking the family out on Arkabutla Lake for the weekend or looking for a fun night up in Memphis, drivers must take care during these warm months when the roads become much more dangerous. Teenagers...
Do young adults belong in the juvenile justice system?
Distinguishing the age in which a minor officially becomes an adult is a tricky task. While most states in the U.S. consider the age of legal adulthood – the age of majority – 18 years old, in Mississippi, you’re not an adult in the eyes of the law until you turn 21....
What happens to repeat DUI offenders in Mississippi?
Many Mississippi residents rely on their cars heavily. Families need a vehicle to commute to and from work, take the kids to soccer and purchase groceries at the local store. For many people, owning a car goes beyond a privilege — a car might be necessary to maintain...
How to expunge a criminal record in Mississippi
Convicted criminals carry a heavy burden in the United States. Though their sentence complete and restitution paid, many people continue to pay for their mistake for years. Whether applying for an apartment, interviewing for a job or attempting to secure a home loan,...
Could kleptomania be to blame for your recent theft charge?
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...
Can teen shoplifting be prevented?
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...
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...


