These days, plea deals (or “plea bargains”) are commonly used to resolve criminal cases without a trial. While they can be beneficial for some defendants, they aren’t right for everyone – and a lot of people don’t fully understand the implications of a plea deal...
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Can you share prescription medications?
Legally, you know that you are not supposed to obtain many medications without first getting a prescription. These controlled substances, such as painkillers, require you to follow the proper steps: Talking to your doctor, getting a prescription when the doctor...
Don’t become a statistic on New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve is almost here, and with it come plenty of celebrations. While participating in the festivities is fun, it can also be dangerous if you plan to drive home after drinking and toasting the New Year. The National Safety Council projects that 375 people...
Can drivers get a DUI while trying to sleep to get sober?
When bars close down for the night, workers often advise patrons that they don't necessarily have to go home, but they can no longer stay at the establishment. Some people who have had too much to drink may not be sober enough to drive home when closing time arrives....
How ordinary people become “criminals”
When people talk about criminals, they often have this very negative image in their heads. They think of people who commit violent crimes, peddle drugs or set out to defraud old ladies. The truth is, that most people most people break the law. And most people do it...
Drug charges could end the following 3 careers
People accused of drug offenses, particularly simple possession offenses, sometimes assume that a guilty plea is their best option. They don't want to miss work to attend a trial or draw attention to their case by fighting the charges. Entering a guilty plea may seem...
The basics of bail in Mississippi
Bail allows individuals who have been accused of criminal wrongdoing to be released from custody while they are awaiting trial. The process of granting bail is not a perfect system, and lawmakers often seek to reform it as a result of its deficiencies. Nevertheless,...
How drugged driving differs from drunk driving in Mississippi
Impaired driving charges in Mississippi often relate to alcohol. People who have had too much to drink get pulled over and then arrested by the police. Many operating a motor vehicle under the influence (OUI) charges specifically involve alcohol. However, Mississippi...
What does a recent Supreme Court ruling mean for Mississippians?
Whether you follow the rulings of the nation’s highest court or not, they can and do affect the lives of all Americans. For example, the majority of the current justices on the U.S. Supreme Court have generally voted to uphold gun owners’ rights when they’ve been...
How can drivers respond to a DUI checkpoint ahead?
Police officers in Mississippi may screen people for chemical intoxication during a traffic stop or after a crash. If someone is over the legal limit for their blood alcohol concentration (BAC), police officers can arrest them. Driving under the influence (DUI)...