One of the biggest nightmares any Mississippi resident can face is a DUI charge. Even if you’re not convicted, your life can change in negative ways. Fortunately, there are some ways you can get such a charge dismissed. These are the most commonly used in such cases....
Defense attorneys (DAS) have many strategies to shield their clients from persecution. One advantage is that they never have the burden of proof. It is the responsibility of Mississippi prosecutors to prove beyond the shadow of a doubt that the defendant committed a...
Eyewitness testimony can be incredibly unreliable. In fact, research has shown that eyewitnesses are often wrong about what they remember seeing. This can have serious consequences in criminal trials, where eyewitness testimony can be the deciding factor in whether...
Assault and battery are related criminal charges that are often brought together arising out of the same incident. They are not the same crime though. Assault and battery in Mississippi are distinct criminal acts, each with their own factors. Generally speaking,...
Drug possession charges may result in a prison sentence if a defendant pleads guilty or receives a guilty verdict. That said, there are legitimate options to defend possession charges in a Mississippi court. Countering drug possession charges Although someone faces...
If someone approached their vehicle with keys in hand while intoxicated, the person could face arrest on DUI charges. The charges would not likely be as severe as if the person got into the vehicle and caused an accident on a Mississippi road. However, some accidents...
If you have been arrested and charged with a DUI in Mississippi, you will likely be required to take a breath test. However, the result can show that you are drunk even when you are not. If that's the case, you have a right to challenge the breath test to avoid a...
Getting pulled over for a suspected DUI is a serious matter in Mississippi. You may find yourself subject to a wide range of penalties. Depending on the severity of the charge, you can face heavy fines, probation, suspension of your license, or jail time. It will be...
The decriminalization of drugs is a subject of serious debate in the state of Mississippi. This is an issue that people have strong opinions about. The pros of making drug possession and use legal are weighed against the potential cons. For this reason, it's a very...
When someone witnesses a crime, their testimony could lead to a conviction. The accused may then face appropriate penalties under the law. Tragically, many defendants suffer convictions based on improper witness testimony. Shockingly, a witness could take the stand in...
