When two people engage in sexual activity, it's typically a consensual act. However, there are times when one person might not consent to the acts that occur, resulting in a sexual assault or rape charge. There are a few details that surround the legal meaning of...
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Miranda rights after an arrest
If you're stopped by an officer in Mississippi and placed under arrest, there are certain rights that you have according to the law. These are your Miranda rights and must be read in the event that an officer deprives you of any type of freedom or you are under the...
Securities fraud: What to know
The world of securities is one of the most tightly regulated economic sectors in cities such as Jackson, Mississippi. Companies and traders have to be incredibly careful with the sharing of information and the use of that information in their financial lives. They...
Telemarketing Fraud Tactics
Federal crimes in Mississippi cost people time and money. Telemarketing fraud is using deception over the telephone with the intent to steal identities and resources from the target. The government takes these crimes seriously and the penalties are stiff. If you’re...
Mississippi laws for disorderly conduct while intoxicated
Mississippi takes non-violent crimes seriously. There are certain situations when you can be arrested for disorderly conduct while intoxicated. What is disorderly conduct? Disorderly conduct is categorized along with the state’s laws surrounding disturbing the peace...
The consequences of drug trafficking in Mississippi
Mississippi has laws surrounding drug trafficking and drug possession, which are similar yet two different crimes. Trafficking is bringing an illegal substance across state lines or intending to bring the illegal substance across state lines. Stricter penalties Drug...
Aggravated trafficking in Mississippi
Trafficking offenses in Mississippi have very strict definitions and often carry stiff penalties. More specifically, Mississippi Code Title 41 defines the minimum and maximum sentencing guidelines for several illegal acts, including transfer and possession with intent...
Understanding sexual battery and sexual offenses
Sexual offenses are notoriously difficult to prosecute in Mississippi. In many cases, there are often no witnesses and, even if there were, sexual offenses are often committed in private. This means that there is often little or no physical evidence. However, that...
What are common DUI mistakes that Mississippi police make?
Nobody is perfect, not even Mississippi law enforcement officers. There are a lot of factors that some officers may skip or not take into consideration when making a traffic stop because of a suspected drunk driving charge. There are grave consequences for getting...
Overview of federal firearms laws
People in Mississippi may benefit from learning more about federal firearm laws. Most people are familiar with the second amendment protecting the right to bear arms. Beyond that, there’s a history of federal regulations designed to restrict ownership of certain types...
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