After having a couple of drinks and enjoying the day, the last thing you want to happen is to get arrested. But the police stopped you, and now you are being charged with drunk driving. DUI is a severe crime; unfortunately, many people make more mistakes following...
Criminal Defense
Criminal Defense
Are breathalyzers completely accurate?
Law enforcement officers frequently use breathalyzer devices to determine a driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels. If this test shows your BAC levels exceed legal limits, you could get into trouble. However, breathalyzer tests are not the end-all and...
The dos and don’ts of getting arrested
No matter where you are, getting arrested can be an intimidating experience. It's almost impossible to stay level-headed and figure out what to do when it happens. Perhaps your initial reaction would be to defend yourself. You might want to hide out of fear or try to...
What is the prosecution’s burden of proof in a DUI case?
No one expects to be arrested for driving under the influence. After all, you are very responsible with your drinking and believe you know your limits. You would never contemplate drunk driving. Still, there may come a time when you are pulled over by Mississippi...
What to know about your right to remain silent
When the police approach you during a criminal investigation, it can be tempting to talk to them. After all, you probably want to try to explain the situation so that you can effectively deflect any suspicions. However, in most instances the best first step that you...
Even a first-time DUI is a serious offense
Although they happen to a lot of good people, DUIs are not in any way minor offenses. No one accused of drunk driving should think that they can just get it over with without facing any serious consequences. For one, even a first offense can land a person in jail for...
Brett Favre at the center of welfare fraud case
Mississippi continues to seek recovery of nearly one-third of $77 million in federal welfare money from 38 people or companies. Brett Favre remains at the center of the investigation. Even though he was not charged with any crime, state auditors think that texts and...
What should I do if I am stopped at a DUI checkpoint?
The number of drunk drivers tends to increase over the summer and during holidays, which can sometimes mean more DUI checkpoints, as Mississippi police seek to keep the roads and highways safe. Being stopped at a DUI checkpoint can be a stressful and scary experience,...
Why you should consider a private criminal defense attorney
The type of defense that you put forth in your criminal case matters. If your legal arguments are haphazardly made, or if your representation simply isn’t aggressive enough, you might be at an increased risk of being not only convicted but also being hit with the...
What are some possible DUI defense strategies?
You may know the situation: driving down a road and looking in your rearview mirror and seeing flashing lights. You may wonder what you did and what trouble you are now in. It’s a stressful situation for everyone. When you are pulled over for a DUI, you need an...