There are three main field sobriety tests that police may use during a drunk driving stop. These are the one-leg stand, the walk-and-turn and the horizontal gaze nystagmus test. They all have a different focus. The HGN test looks at eye movement and a person’s ability...
Drinking a cup of coffee after consuming alcohol will not help you avoid DUI charges. There are those who claim that the caffeine can help sober you up. However, this is a common myth that can sometimes get people in legal trouble because they believe that the coffee...
Over the course of the year, there are often certain spikes in divorce filings. While divorce does happen every month, all year round, some months see a significant rise in the number of divorce cases that begin. One such spike happens in the late summer. Divorce may...
For many couples, the family home is one of the largest assets they own together. If you have a mortgage, you may ask who will keep the home, who will make the loan payments and what happens if both names remain on the loan. In Mississippi, a divorce does not...
In Mississippi, there is a medical marijuana program. People who have a qualifying condition can get a medical marijuana card from a doctor, and they are then allowed to use marijuana products in this fashion. It is viewed similarly to other types of controlled...
Family relationships can change quickly after a divorce, separation or the death of a parent. Grandparents often worry about losing contact with a grandchild during these difficult times. Although Mississippi law allows grandparents to seek visitation in certain...
It is important to understand the basics of child custody if you are a parent going through a divorce. Child custody rights refer to a parent’s legal right to care for their child and make decisions on their behalf. There are a few basic terms to know about when...
When an officer asks you to take a blood, urine or saliva test during a DUI investigation, refusing may seem like the safer option. Many drivers worry that a chemical test will provide evidence against them, so they decline in the hope of protecting themselves from a...
Custody orders are legal documents that the courts can enforce if necessary. Parents who do not receive time with their children or who get frozen out of critical decisions can ask a judge to uphold their rights during custody enforcement actions. Parents can also ask...
A joint bank account often becomes a source of panic when facing divorce. You might worry your spouse will take the money first, or wonder if you should move the funds before bills are due. In Mississippi, draining a joint account may create serious problems, even if...