Constitutional rights apply to everyone in the United States. Even persons accused of heinous crimes in Mississippi have a right to due process, an attorney, and the ability to remain silent. The police must respect a suspect’s rights and follow the law. Holding...
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How to handle the insurance company after an accident
After a car accident, you will likely need to talk to your Mississippi car insurance provider. It's also possible that the insurance company for the other driver may ask you to make a statement. Let's take a closer look at what your rights and obligations are as it...
The DOJ intends to increase prosecutions of white-collar crimes
White-collar crimes don't always draw the outrage from the public that violent ones do. People in Mississippi and around the country may worry about their safety when concerned about armed robbers and other assailants. Perceptions and worries could shift when reports...
Safe driving over the winter holidays
Driving behaviors do not typically change just because we are in the holiday season. But it is still good for Mississippi drivers to remember that safe driving habits are even more important during a time of high activity like the end of the year. Not only do...
Firearm possession at arrest doubles maximum fine and sentence
Drug charges in Mississippi often come with extenuating circumstances that result in enhanced charges. Firearms possession at the time of arrest is one of those extenuating circumstances, especially when the weapons are illegal on any level. Those who have guns in...
The Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act governs injuries on off-shore oil rigs
Offshore accidents can result in back injuries, repetitive stress injuries, shoulder injuries, amputations, broken bones and drowning in Mississippi. The Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act has expanded the coverage for offshore rig injuries. The Outer...
Are fatal drunk driving accidents common?
Decades ago, the laws regarding drunk driving tightened in Mississippi and across the United States as a matter of public safety. Drunk driving puts people's lives at risk because a drunk driver who loses control of a vehicle or commits a disastrous moving violation...
How serious are drug possession charges in Mississippi?
Mississippi is a state that has very strict drug laws. Drug possession, in particular, carries stiff penalties for a conviction. If you're facing these charges, you should know what it means regarding the laws and what you can expect. What are the drug possession...
Understanding your rights when arrested
Any time you're stopped or arrested by an officer in Mississippi can be stressful. You're unsure of what's going to happen or when you're going to be able to go home. Even though the officer might not be clear when you're arrested, you do have certain rights that you...
Simple versus aggravated assault
The term "assault" is commonly associated with the term "battery" in Mississippi, but the truth is they are two different legal matters. The battery is actually applied in cases when the assault continues in an extended fashion and physical harm is the result. Assault...