It's a stark contrast: the leniency of marijuana laws in some states and the crackdown happening in Mississippi. While Mississippi has decriminalized first-time possession of marijuana for personal use, possessing, selling or cultivating larger amounts can result in...
Stepparents and legal authority over stepchildren
If you are a stepparent, you may feel that you are between a rock and a hard place when it comes to making decisions about raising the child you love. Even if you operate as the father or mother of child from day to day, his or her biological parents still retain the...
How many kinds of DUI charges are there?
No matter what kind of drunk driving charges you are facing, it is always wise to fight them. These charges can carry hefty fines and heavy legal and social consequences that may follow you for years. Even in the event of very serious charges, you may have more...
Legal separation offers couples an option to divorce
If you and your spouse are considering a divorce but are unsure about it, you may benefit from the use of a legal separation. Legal separations operate very similar to divorce, but do not actually terminate the marriage, giving spouses time and space to take stock of...
Understanding Mississippi’s marijuana laws
While some states have legalized the sale of medical and recreational marijuana, the law in Mississippi is still tough on marijuana sales. In fact, you could be facing the possibility of years in prison if you are accused of selling or trafficking marijuana in...
Young divorcing couples may not want to keep the house
When you begin wading into the tricky waters of divorce, finding a way to fairly divide marital assets can be tricky. This is especially true for couples without children who have few assets other than a house. If you have concerns about who will keep the house or...