Mississippi Criminal and Family Law Blog

If you have dealt with the police before, you might be familiar with the long, drawn-out process of waiting while an officer detains you. You might have to wait for them to verify your identification. Perhaps they are looking at your past criminal record with the computer in their police car. Maybe they are simply…

Taking someone’s life has been seen as a very serious offense throughout human history. That being said, there has always been a clear distinction between intentionally taking someone’s life and unintentionally killing someone. While this distinction may not always be clear-cut, it can have a massive impact on the person who has been accused of…

Blackmail is a serious crime in Mississippi. In a legal context, the term “blackmail” is used interchangeably with the term “extortion” across the United States. If you have been accused of this crime, you face significant penalties. When you gain a better understanding of this crime and how it is handled in the state of…

At first, it might seem like vandalism is a relatively innocent crime. You are not actually hurting anyone, and destroyed or damaged property can be replaced. In most cases, property owners even have insurance policies that can cover their losses. With these factors in mind, it might seem unthinkable that vandalism could potentially be classified…

If you love to hunt in Mississippi, you probably already know that hunting laws can be a little complex. While it might be difficult to keep track of all the various rules and regulations, doing so is important. Failing to adhere to these laws can result in significant legal penalties, including expensive fines. While there…

Statistics show that there were over 32,000 instances of Arson in the United States during 2019 alone. Most of these crimes involved burning structures, but a significant number of offenses also involved burning vehicles. If you have been charged with Arson in Mississippi, it is important to get help from a qualified, experienced criminal defense…

No matter which state you live in, rape is always a serious crime in the U.S. That being said, each state may define this crime in slightly different ways. If you have been accused of this crime in Mississippi, it is important to understand the specific actions that are legally defined as rape in the…

Bribery is a serious offense in Mississippi, and you may face serious legal consequences if you have been accused of this crime. Bribery can take many forms, but bribing a police officer is one of the most common types of this crime. Many people attempt to bribe law enforcement professionals in the hopes of reduced…

In November of 2020, a woman was arrested after being accused of a drive-by shooting in Mississippi. Although no one was hurt during the incident, it represents yet another instance of this dangerous crime in the Magnolia State. Because of the connection between drive-by shootings and gang activity, lawmakers in Mississippi have created special laws…

Credit card fraud is a serious offense in the state of Mississippi, and you may face serious consequences if you are found guilty. There are several laws that govern credit card fraud in the Magnolia State; in certain circumstances, you may even face felony charges. There are many crimes that fall under the general category…