The crisis of fatal drug overdoses has hit virtually every part of the U.S. Amid this crisis, states have increasingly enacted laws that provide immunity from being arrested, charged or prosecuted for relatively minor drug charges for those who seek medical help for...
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Initiating a conversation with your teen about drunk driving
Drinking and driving is a dangerous combination that can result in devastating consequences. According to statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), car crashes are the leading cause of death for teenagers, and a significant percentage...
Accurate lie detection could be scientifically impossible
Police officers in Mississippi and around the country have long yearned for a reliable way to tell whether or not a suspect is lying. Polygraph machines, which are often called lie detectors, have been in use for almost a century, but the results they produce are not...
Google revokes its access to users’ location data
Mississippians might be unaware of a type of warrant that has become increasingly popular among law enforcement officers over the past decade. Known as geofence warrants, officers can obtain location data of every person near a crime scene to look for suspects....
What are the collateral consequences of criminal charges?
Understandably, interacting with the police can make nearly anyone feel confused or afraid. If things don't go well, these conversations could lead you to face fines or jail time. However, interactions with the police can lead to life-long effects for Mississippi...
Will you lose a security clearance if charged with DUI?
There are a number of potential consequences for being charged with DUI. For instance, you may lose your Mississippi driver's license, pay a fine or have your car impounded. However, in addition, you might also lose any security clearances that you had prior to the...
Important steps for pilots to follow during and after getting a DUI
Becoming a pilot in Mississippi takes many logged flying hours and plenty of training, and most pilots don't want to lose such an important job. Improperly handling a DUI can threaten your future as a pilot. Fortunately, following a few steps may protect your future...
SCOTUS set to rule on police dog violation of Fourth Amendment
Criminal defense issues in Mississippi, and other states, aren't as clear-cut as you might think. The law is always evolving in some way and some cases have unique details. One such traffic case potentially has more serious consequences, which the Supreme Court is set...
The role of judges in Mississippi plea bargains
When you’re arrested for a crime in Mississippi, you can face misdemeanor or felony charges. And if your case goes to a jury trial, there’s a chance you might face a conviction and harsh sentencing. However, if you’re dealing with a plea bargain, the judge will play...
How different alcohol levels affect people
When a law enforcement officer in Mississippi checks the blood alcohol content (BAC) of a motorist, they want to know the amount of alcohol that is in a person’s blood. When people consume alcohol, their small intestine and stomach rapidly absorb the alcohol. It...