Mississippi Criminal and Family Law Blog

Not all crimes are created equally, but they can all potentially result in serious consequences for an offender, including fines, probation, jail time, and a criminal record. Shoplifting is one of those crimes that people often view as a minor, non-violent criminal offense. Stealing a snack from a convenience store may not be thought of…

You may be familiar with the insanity defense for those charged with a serious crime like murder, rape, robbery and other crimes that carry the death penalty, but you may not understand how it works. A defendant may be found not guilty by reason of insanity for serious crimes. However, what the outcome of such…

In the practice of law, defendants have the option of pro se (Latin for “on behalf of themselves”), Meaning they represent themselves in a civil or criminal case in court. Although this practice can save the offender the cost of hiring an attorney, the results are almost always disappointing and leave offenders wishing that they…

An ap report out of Charleston, West Virginia on July 21, 2022, indicates that a man has been charged with a felony in connection with a drunk driving wreck that resulted in the death of an unborn child. Often, we hear of people getting charged with and convicted of a double homicide when the victim…

When most of us hear the word “stalker,” we imagine a disgruntled ex-boyfriend who follows a woman around and spies on her. But stalking is not always about relationships. In Mississippi, you can be charged with stalking someone who is not your ex, such as a public official, a celebrity, or anyone else for that…

Mississippi is known for many things, including blues music, agriculture, and catfish. But the Magnolia State is also earning a somewhat less impressive reputation for incarcerating more people than any other place on the planet. Mississippi even beats highly authoritarian nations such as North Korea, believe it or not. Why is this, and what can…

Anyone can face assault charges in Mississippi – even mayors. After all, everyone is supposed to be equal in the eyes of the law, and no one is above justice. This was proven without a doubt when a mayor in Mississippi was arrested on assault charges. What exactly happened here, and what does this tell…

DUI laws are specific in Mississippi, and each case can be interpreted in different ways according to these laws. Some DUIs are considered minimal offenses, while others may result in serious criminal consequences. There are so many factors that may affect your sentence – to the point where it almost seems like each DUI is…

The difference between voluntary and involuntary manslaughter is important to know, because this could make the difference between limited time in prison and a lifetime in prison. Our attorneys at the Carmody Law Firm know the difference, and will fight for your rights and your freedom in court. What are the Elements of Voluntary Manslaughter?…

Distracted driving is a dangerous activity to undertake, and the modernization of the cell phone has made the issue worse by providing every driver the ability to surf the internet, make phone calls, text, and stream music or podcasts. This coupled with the fact that almost 303 million people in the United States own cell…