In Mississippi, a fourth driving under the influence (DUI) conviction is a felony. The law treats the first and second offenses as misdemeanors, while a third offense already carries felony status. This progression underscores how repeated violations lead to harsher...
With everything going on right now, it is natural for Mississippi residents to wonder about their obligations when encountering law enforcement. When must residents engage with police, and what are their rights in those situations? Obligation to provide Identification...
Unlocking the future can feel impossible when the past casts a long shadow. For many individuals, a criminal record can feel like a dark cloud looming above you with every step you take. To some, a criminal record may seem like a collection of legal documents;...
Police officers and prosecutors act with a great deal of confidence. This can leave you feeling rattled, uncertain about what the future holds after being charged with a criminal offense. But before giving into plea demands made by the prosecution, it’s imperative...
In this blog, we often note that Mississippi's DUI laws can be harsh, and can lead to severe penalties. The harshest laws and most severe penalties are for those found responsible for a drunk driving accident that led to the death of another person. In February, a...
A breath test can be conducted when police officers suspect someone is under the influence. The test measures their blood alcohol concentration (BAC). For the average driver, there’s a BAC limit of 0.08%. It can sometimes be lower, such as 0.04% for commercial drivers...
It’s important to remember that in the context of a criminal case, the burden is on the prosecution to prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. That’s a high hurdle to clear, and it requires competent and persuasive evidence. Therefore, in many criminal cases,...
Drivers who are pulled over for the suspicion of drunk driving may be asked to take a field sobriety test. These tests are meant to help a police officer determine if a driver is impaired. There are many different types of field sobriety tests that a police officer...
When you’re under investigation for criminal wrongdoing, you can feel like a cloud of suspicion is swirling above you, tainting everything you do in life. The uncertainty of it all can be oppressive, too, as you wait to see what comes of the investigation and how...
Many people have faced serious driving while impaired (DUI) charges because of common misconceptions. Here are a few common DUI myths to avoid: Myth 1: You should eat food to lower your blood alcohol content (BAC) Truth: Food can help slow down the absorption of...