According to an arrest report, a woman from Florida is facing charges of aggravated child neglect and arson after her car caught fire while she was allegedly shoplifting at a central Florida mall. The incident occurred on May 26, 2023 at Oviedo Mall, where Alicia Moore, 24, parked her car…
Mississippi Criminal and Family Law Blog
A Game of “Cops & Robbers” Is No Game at All
According to Action News 5, the Olive Branch, Mississippi Police Department has alarmed its residents to be on guard against phone calls from individuals posing as representatives of the City of Hernando Police Department. These impersonators employ tactics designed to deceive unsuspecting victims into believing that they have outstanding warrants…
Beyond the Gavel: Fighting for Justice through Criminal Appeals
The appeals process can be a complex and lengthy legal process. It involves asking a higher court to review the lower court’s verdict and determine if there were any legal errors made during the initial trial that could have impacted the outcome of the case. To start the appeals process,…
Mississippi State Trooper Charged after Allegedly Shooting and Killing Neighbor’s Dog
According to WLBT-TV, a Mississippi State Patrol trooper is currently under investigation in Calhoun County, Mississippi for the alleged killing of his neighbor’s dog. The neighbors are accusing the trooper of shooting and ultimately killing their 9-year-old dog. It has been reported that the trooper is currently on administrative leave…
“I Want My Kid Back!” – How to Change Your Child Custody Arrangement
When a child custody arrangement is established, it is meant to provide stability and consistency for the child. However, as time passes, circumstances can change, and what once worked for the family may no longer be working. In those types of cases, it might be a good idea to ask…
Walmart Arsonist Gets Double the Normal Sentence
Arson is a serious offense in Mississippi, and you can expect stiff penalties if you are convicted of this crime. But your penalties depend on various factors, including the judge’s approach to your case. Some judges act in a predictable manner, while others make decisions that seem to go against…
What to do if you’ve been stopped by the Police
Police have one mission in their role as officers—to serve and protect. As officers of the law, we look to the police in times of need to help and keep us safe. For some, an encounter with the police may invoke feelings of nervousness or fear, regardless of circumstance. Here…
Demystifying Felony Murder in Mississippi
Introduction Criminal law can often be challenging to comprehend, and felony murder is no exception. In this blog post, we aim to explain the felony murder rule in Mississippi without unnecessary complications. Felony murder differs significantly from “regular murder,” and prosecutors often pursue felony murder charges because they can be…
Co-parenting In The Summer Doesn’t Have To Be A Heated Discussion
Tips for Co-parenting During the Summer Co-parenting can be a challenging task, especially during the summer when children are out of school and schedules may be less structured. However, with a little bit of planning and communication, co-parenting during the summer can be a fun and rewarding experience for everyone…
Down to the Wire – What is Wire Fraud and What are Mississippi Laws Surrounding It?
According to Forbes, a cast member of Bravo’s Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, was sentenced to six and a half (6.5) years in prison and five (5) years of supervised release after pleading guilty for the role she played in running a nationwide telemarketing fraud scheme. The cast member…