Vehicle insurance can feel like an unwelcome cost each time your renewal comes around. It’s one of those expenses you may resent having to pay. However, people are always grateful that they have it if they're involved in a collision. A driving under the influence...
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2 facts about chemical breath sobriety tests
There are three kinds of chemical sobriety tests. Each of these tests evaluates the amount of alcohol found in a person’s body. Drivers may relocate to a police station or hospital to have their blood or urine tested. However, many people submit to chemical breath...
Will you get expelled from college over a DUI?
If you’re in college, whether you remember doing so or not, you likely agreed to a code of conduct. Most colleges have a general code that students need to follow, defining what their overall behaviors should look like. If students violate this code of conduct, then...
Facing criminal charges? Digital evidence can be your ally
Prosecutors are always interested in ways to ensure those who break the law pay for their alleged crimes. These days, digital data often plays a critical role in securing a conviction. For example, a video can place a defendant at the scene of a crime, dispelling any...
4 myths about alcohol and driving
People say a lot of things that aren’t true. Sometimes these are innocent misconceptions. Other times, these myths could lead to serious criminal charges. If you hear someone talking about alcohol and driving facts, you may need to check if it’s true first. Here are a...
When is a DUI offender eligible for non-adjudication?
DUI charges can result in severe consequences, impacting an individual’s personal and professional life. Thankfully, in the state of Mississippi, eligible individuals have an option to pursue non-adjudication. Essentially, non-adjudication is a legal process that...
Are police authorized to confiscate property at DUI checkpoints?
DUI checkpoints are designed to help ensure road safety by identifying and deterring impaired drivers. Checkpoints grant law enforcement officers the authority to stop vehicles regardless of drivers’ actions before the stop. One pressing question that often arises...
What it means to be an accessory to a crime in Mississippi
You weren’t there when a crime happened, so why are the police at your door? You may find yourself under arrest for being an “accessory” to the crime, either before or after it happened. This is a common source of confusion for many defendants who don’t understand how...
Can you trust an eyewitness?
Eyewitness testimony can be crucial to a prosecutor’s case. Yet, some of the witnesses that prosecutors call upon are not as reliable as one might assume. If the prosecution plans to call on an eyewitness to testify against you, it’s crucial that you understand that...
Why might teens face date rape charges?
Communication is not a strong point for many teenagers, especially males. While that can be frustrating for those who deal with them daily, it can become a much more serious problem when a teen becomes sexually active. If communication is unclear when sexual activity...
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