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...
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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...
How many drinks does it take to get drunk?
Even good people can receive a DUI charge if they are not careful when out with friends. The number of drinks you consume during the night has a direct impact on your blood alcohol content (BAC), which is what law enforcement uses to determine intoxication. According...
How will a DUI conviction affect your security clearance
When it comes to approval for a security clearance, the government takes the “whole person” approach. This applies to your initial application and to your behavior after receiving clearance. A DUI conviction would become part of your record. Will that conviction put...
Protect your professional license from a drug conviction
You may have a certain amount of job security if you hold a professional license in Mississippi as a physician, nurse or pharmacist. Unfortunately, despite your skill and experience, if you have a drug conviction, it might affect your career. According to the...


