Mississippi Criminal Law Blog

Halloween is a fun family holiday that involves hundreds of years of tradition and enjoyment for those who participate. Halloween first originated from the ancient Celtic festivals where people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts. This day has its importance in other areas as it is often marked as the end…

Drug Charges in Mississippi Can Cost You Decades in Prison Mississippi law bans the possession, sale, and manufacture of controlled substances without legal authorization. Under the state's Uniform Controlled Substances Law, knowingly or intentionally selling, bartering, transferring, manufacturing, distributing or dispensing a controlled substance is a crime. So is possessing one with intent to do…

Things You Must Not Say or Do When Stopped for A DUI! There are many things that people should consider when being pulled over for a driving under the influence charge. It always helps to be respectful, obey any of the officer’s legal commands, and try to say and do as little as possible during…

The U.S. Constitution’s Second Amendment grants American citizens the right to bear arms. However, with that right comes certain responsibilities to use the gun appropriately. In the U.S., theft is the most common property crime, and assault is the most common violent crime. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Mississippi has had…

Fake IDs are more common today than ever before. While some might argue that there is nothing wrong with a high school student using a fake ID to buy a six-pack of beer, this is still against the law. If Mississippi were to become lenient on this area of the law, we would soon be…

According to Mississippi Today, more people are being placed in prison in Mississippi per capita than any state or nation, including China, Russia, and Iran, according to the world population review. Across the U.S., the number of those in prison in the U.S. is 16% lower today that before the pandemic, according to the vera…

Boating Under the Influence A hot summer day under the sun, while boating on the lake, can be one of the best experiences a person can enjoy and is often regarded as a classic American pastime. Often, these experiences are accompanied by fun, good food, and possibly alcohol. However, these joyous experiences can quickly turn…

Alcohol consumption in Mississippi and the United States in general is a time-honored tradition. However, as with anything, overindulging in alcohol or being irresponsible when consuming alcohol can lead to both personal and legal problems. Far too often, when adult beverages are consumed, many people still decide it’s “ok” to drive home. Additionally, there are…

Most people around the world treat and value animals with dignity and respect. This is especially true for pet owners or owners of service animals. Service animals in particular, hold a high regard in the community whether they are personal service animals to assist in daily life, or if they are police agency service animals.…

In today’s time of victim empowerment where the police, prosecutors, and even juries are flipping the due process and fairness by presuming the credibility of the accuser in sex crimes cases. You will be presumed guilty simply by being charged with a sex crime. Your silence is more important than ever when charged or investigated…