Shoplifting is a rising problem in the U.S. According to Business Insider, in 2019, retailers reported $62 billion in losses from theft and fraud. Many of those retailers attributed a portion of those losses to an increase in shoplifting. Mississippi has strong laws...
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How accurate are DUI breath tests?
When an officer pulls you over on suspicion of a DUI, you will likely undergo some form of blood alcohol content (BAC) level test. Breath analysis tests like the Breathalyzer rank among the most popular. But just how accurate is a breath analysis test? Is it possible...
DUI charges: They are about more than the legal limit
As a responsible Mississippi driver, you may keep alcohol consumption low and drink lots of water or non-alcoholic beverages when spending time with friends and family. However, despite your efforts, you might still face DUI charges if officers pull you over....
How can you help your teen stand up to peer pressure?
If your teenager finds him or herself in trouble with the law, you may start to wonder how you could prevent it from happening in the future. Did you do something wrong? Did you miss the signs? According to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, your...
What is the Mississippi Fresh Start Act?
If you hold a professional license in Mississippi, the law used to say that you could not have any criminal convictions. You would be unable to secure a license at all if you had any type of background. According to the Mississippi Center for Public Policy, the...
Examining self-defense laws in Mississippi
When Mississippi residents hear people proclaim that their reason for assaulting another was self-defense, it may seem only natural to meet such claims with skepticism. At the same time, however, -most recognize that scenarios do exist where one may feel compelled to...
Drug convictions no longer affect college financial aid
For many Mississippians, the college years are a highlight of life. After all, not only are you likely to obtain an education that helps you achieve your future career goals, but you also may have experiences you never thought possible. Experimenting with drugs,...
How much does a DUI cost?
Perhaps you did not think you had too much to drink, or maybe you do not live far from a bar you frequent. Either way, police hit you with drunk driving charges recently. How should you prepare for the financial fallout? See how much you should expect to pay for DUI...
Do police have a right to search your house?
No one wants to end up on the "wrong side" of the law, but unfortunately, this can happen to anyone, even if you believe yourself to have done no wrong. In these cases, it is important to understand your rights and know how to safely exercise them. This also applies...
How can you facilitate your child’s reentrance to society?
Seeing your child deal with the repercussions of juvenile crime in Mississippi can surface difficult emotions. As a parent, you want your child to succeed and move away from behaviors that may result in negative consequences. Preparing your child to reenter society...


