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...
Most people don’t associate their constitutional rights with a DUI stop. The situation is already stressful and intimidating, so it’s understandable if you’re unsure of your legal rights. Law enforcement officers often aggressively investigate suspected drunk driving...
Summer is just around the corner. For kids, it’s a time to relax, spend time with friends and take a break from schoolwork. For divorced or separated parents, summer brings scheduling challenges. Vacations, camps and family gatherings often disrupt the normal routine...
People do find themselves facing DUI charges all year round, but summer is often thought of as DUI season, where impaired driving is more common and more arrests take place. Some of this is due to the fact that there are holidays often celebrated with alcoholic...
Divorce is rarely simple, especially when deciding who keeps the house or the retirement account. In Mississippi, the law does not mandate an automatic split of everything down the middle. Instead, the state follows a rule called equitable distribution. The court...
The state enforces one of the strictest approaches to underage drinking and driving in the country, and the legal consequences may follow a minor well beyond the initial traffic stop. Learning how the system addresses this offense can help you prepare for what comes...
Receiving new military orders can raise serious concerns about your child custody arrangement. A relocation or deployment may make it hard to follow your current visitation schedule. If you are a service member, you may wonder what happens to custody when your duties...