When a police officer suspects that a driver in under the influence of alcohol, he or she may request the driver to submit to a Breathalyzer test which will use the driver’s breath to determine the driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC). Drivers should know that they...
Physical altercations can be come serious legal problems for Mississippi residents who are unlucky enough to become involved in them. A fight at a bar or a quarrel with a neighbor may become a criminal legal issue if the other party alleges that an assault occurred....
Parents want what is best for their children. Thus, when a divorce with children does occur, parents will seek what is best for their children when determining a child custody arrangement for them. In some cases in Mississippi, one parent will seek full custody of...
It is not unusual to hear about a deadly crash in Mississippi on a daily basis. It seems to be part of life in the state, but you may wonder why are the roadways so deadly? According to Mississippi Today, there is a combination of factors that lead to Mississippi...
During a divorce, separation or paternity action, many judges in Gulfport and throughout coastal Mississippi will show a strong preference for joint legal custody, that is, shared decision-making authority. These judges may even prompt the parents to share their time...
Drug charges can wreak havoc on your life. Mere allegations can affect your reputation, but a criminal conviction can also threaten your freedom, your ability to find a job and housing, and even your ability to get an education. In other words, a criminal conviction...
Mississippi, one of the most gun-friendly states in the nation, was the ninth to sign into law “constitutional carry,” meaning that — with some restrictions — anyone who can legally possess a firearm in the state can legally carry that firearm. This by no means...