What Happens When You Commit a Third DUI Offense in Mississippi? When it comes to DUIs in Mississippi, a “third strike” means significant penalties. If you have been charged with a third DUI, Mississippi courts will assume that you simply have not learned your lesson. This means that you face…
What Happens When You Commit a Second DUI Offense in Mississippi? A DUI is a serious offense in the state of Mississippi, especially if you have committed this crime more than once. When you consider the impact that drunk driving has on our communities, it makes sense to take a…
Being charged with a DUI in Mississippi can be a life-changing situation, but things may become even more serious if your DUI offense is a felony. There are several ways in which a DUI in Mississippi may constitute a felony, and it is important to understand this system. If you…
Getting accused of a hate crime in the state of Mississippi is a serious situation that needs to be assessed wisely. Because of the subjective matter of what can be categorized as a hate crime by the victim, simply saying the wrong words in the wrong way can result in…
For those who hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and drive for a living, DUIs are handled differently in Mississippi. In contrast to a normal citizen, a commercial driver of a heavy truck can expect much harsher consequences when charged with a DUI. These charges become even more serious when…
By: Vic Carmody, Domestic Violence Attorney MS in the Tri-County Area Around Jackson Mississippi All over America misdemeanor or felony domestic violence (DV) cases happen every day. The pandemic in Spring of 2020 put millions or spouses and domestic partners under stress. These kinds of complex, relationship-driven criminal cases are…
Often we hear of people being arrested for driving under the influence in their car, truck, boat, or some other well-known type of vehicle. 53 year old, Donna Byrne was arrested for driving under the influence of a different sort of vehicle. Ms. Byrne was arrested and charged with drunk…
By: Kevin Stewart and Lance Mixon, Law Book Co-Authors and Criminal Attorneys Near Me in the Magnolia State Mississippi state laws on moving violations are primarily traffic citation and release situations. On July 1, 2017, new road laws in MS went into effect. Your driving record is now in jeopardy of being…
Anyone can find themselves in trouble with the law, especially when it comes to DUIs. In fact, you probably have a friend or have experienced yourself how quickly a person can be pulled over and issued a citation or arrested. Bo Wallace, the three year starting quarterback at Ole Miss,…
Encounters with law enforcement can be scary. You might not know how to act or respond when you get pulled over, and you might be unsure about why you were pulled over in the first place. People tend to be serious when interacting with the police, but one college student…