Aggravated assault is a very serious criminal charge. In addition to the possible criminal penalties, it can make it hard to pass a background check to get a job or find housing. When a person has been accused of this crime of violence, they are being accused of some type…
Anyone facing criminal charges is a traumatic experience. One of the most serious charges is rape. This charge carries a long prison sentence and the stigma of a felony conviction based on a violent sexual conviction and a life time sexual offender registration. If you find yourself in this position,…
“Fleeing or eluding a law enforcement officer in a motor vehicle” is a serious offense in Mississippi. However, most of us know it better as simply “a car chase.” The reason this is viewed as such a serious crime in Mississippi should be obvious. When you are zooming down the…
“Disorderly conduct” may seem like a vague phrase. After all, there are many acts that could potentially be considered disorderly conduct. So, how do you know if you are breaking the law? The truth is that you could face serious legal consequences for committing this crime, so it makes sense…
Kidnapping is a serious offense in the state of Mississippi, and it may occur in a number of different ways. When most people think about kidnapping, they picture an armed person in a mask – perhaps pulling up in an unmarked van before grabbing someone off the street and holding…
Many people consider graffiti a form of “street art,” and they appreciate its urban influences and risque style. Unfortunately, the law does not share that opinion, and anyone caught vandalizing property can face serious penalties in the state of Mississippi. Some forms of vandalism are worse than others. For example,…
A “Romeo and Juliet” law is an exception in the law to prevent the prosecution of underage people who engage in consensual sex when both participants are significantly close in age, and one is below the age of consent. Named after William Shakespeare’s young lovers in the Romeo and Juliet…
If you are facing a criminal trial, expert witnesses may play a significant role. But what exactly is an expert witness, and how may they affect your chances? The truth is that there are many different types of expert witnesses that could be called upon, and it all depends on…
The word “child” can be somewhat misleading in the current day and age. After all, children today are much more likely to be engaged in questionable activities – including crimes. The United States is currently dealing with a serious issue regarding youth gangs who seemingly get away with all kinds…
Despite the fact that many people look down upon criminals and view them with contempt, these individuals still have rights. Unfortunately, many prisons across the United States do not treat prisoners according to these rights. A recent report from the Department of Justice has found that the Mississippi State Penitentiary…