It's understandable to feel confused about the differences between theft, burglary and robbery because many people use the terms interchangeably. However, they do have legal distinctions. For a person facing charges for one of these crimes in Mississippi, it's good to...
Consider these factors before accepting a plea deal
The vast majority of criminal cases are resolved before they ever head to trial. In many instances, this means that the accused individual accepts a plea deal. By doing so, the state is able to clear cases and avoid clogging up the court system as much as possible,...
Understanding your right to a speedy trial
The Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees every citizen the right to a speedy trial by an impartial jury. While people can waive their right to a speedy trial so that they have time to gather evidence to support their case, some do prefer to have their...
What’s the difference between demonstrative and real evidence?
In a Mississippi courtroom, certain parties will present evidence that can strengthen their respective cases. Evidence can also help disprove claims made by another party. With that said, there are several types of evidence. In this article, you'll learn how...
Attempted escape attempt ends in multi-vehicle collision
Driving under the influence of alcohol is always a mistake because the alcohol can impair the driver’s motor coordination and reveal his inebriation. Occasionally, inebriation can cause a driver to engage in conduct that will bring additional criminal charges and...
Report reveals police and prosecution misconduct
The criminal justice system is not immune from wrongful convictions. A recent report revealed that official misconduct by law enforcement, prosecutors and others played a large role in these convictions and illustrates the need for an effective criminal defense....
Man arrested for violent crimes, other charges after bank dispute
In Ridgeland and across Mississippi, people who are accused of criminal behavior in the past should be aware that they can face exponential problems if they are alleged to have committed other violations. Regardless of the crime itself, accusations of a series of...
City official arrested for alleged embezzlement
A former Chief Financial Officer of a Mississippi town of about 24,000 has been arrested on allegations that he took money from the city’s treasury and diverted it to his personal use. The State Auditor said that the man diverted almost $290,000. The city’s budget is...
How can an expungement help me?
Expungement is an important process that can remove a criminal arrest or conviction from an accused individual’s criminal record. For this reason, accused individuals who have a criminal conviction on their record and want to have it removed should be familiar with...
What to do if you’re accused of shoplifting
Regardless of the circumstances, if you’re accused of shoplifting it’s important to understand the steps you can take to protect your legal rights. Imagine a situation in which you’re shopping, while minding your business, but you’re soon accused by a store associate...
