In November of 2020, a woman was arrested after being accused of a drive-by shooting in Mississippi. Although no one was hurt during the incident, it represents yet another instance of this dangerous crime in the Magnolia State. Because of the connection between drive-by shootings and gang activity, lawmakers in…
Credit card fraud is a serious offense in the state of Mississippi, and you may face serious consequences if you are found guilty. There are several laws that govern credit card fraud in the Magnolia State; in certain circumstances, you may even face felony charges. There are many crimes that…
For many bored teens and children in Mississippi, going out and vandalizing someone’s property might sound like a good time. Unfortunately, these acts may result in serious legal consequences. If your child is a minor, you may be liable for damages if they vandalize someone else’s property. Although this might…
If you are facing criminal charges in Mississippi, you may not be sure about the difference between burglary and larceny. While both of these crimes involve theft, they also have many differences. It is always a good idea to educate yourself on these matters if you think you may be…
In incidents that lead to someone’s death, there can often be a fine line between manslaughter and murder; however, there is a big difference in punishment. In the state of Mississippi, courts will look at every aspect of the case to determine the difference between murder and manslaughter. In simple…
Getting accused of a hate crime in the state of Mississippi is a serious situation that needs to be assessed wisely. Because of the subjective matter of what can be categorized as a hate crime by the victim, simply saying the wrong words in the wrong way can result in…
Have the police ever seized your property? Would you know what to do if they did? The Mississippi Legislature is back in session and committees are considering new bills. Currently, a new piece of legislation regarding asset forfeiture is being deliberated. Presently, law enforcement can seize property when there is…
An officer of the law in Lake County, Indiana, faces the charges of Driving Under the Influence and is the cause of a hit-and-run accident. The Indiana State Police stated that “Lieutenant Guy Mikulich was in an unmarked police car” while driving on Sunday at 4:48 p.m. when he hit…
Society (potential employers) will all check your background prior to allowing you to pass on that path of your life that brought you to them. This includes employers, military, and literally everyone in your future involving employment, finance, life insurance, car insurance, credit report, house and vehicle purchases; schools, both…
I am a lawyer, and in this post I will point out some of the things a good consumer will do to get the most bang for their buck. All lawyers are not created equal. In this post, I will specifically address criminal defense lawyers. When choosing a lawyer to…