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...
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Some Mississippi prosecutors will not enforce abortion laws
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....
What is Mississippi’s Fresh Start Act?
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...
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...
Oxford arrest results in man’s fourth DUI charge
A misconception may exist amongst many people in Mississippi that an arrest for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol may not be that big of a deal. This assumption likely comes from stories people hear in popular media that fail to ever mention the criminal...
Addressing false claims of domestic violence
Whether your former spouse is bitter about an affair or your decision to end the relationship or your child's other parent wants to gain an advantage with respect to child custody, false accusations of domestic violence can arise for multiple reasons. Unfortunately,...
How does BAC affect driving ability?
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...
How do colleges handle DUI convictions of students?
Getting a DUI as a student can feel like an enormous deal. You may wonder if it is possible to get expelled due to a conviction. Even if this is not a concern, you could wonder about other potential consequences. How exactly does a college react to a student with a...


