One of prosecutors’s favorite ploys is to charge someone with a more serious crime in order to get them to accept a plea deal on a less serious one. They get the win they want, by painting a picture of a worst-case scenario where someone could face years in jail if...
Drug Charges
4 considerations in drug possession trials
Drug possession is a serious criminal charge in Mississippi. Being charged with drug possession could cause a defendant to not only spend time in jail and be expected to pay fines but it could also affect their job, housing, voting and education opportunities. During...
Did Mississippi decriminalize marijuana?
You may have heard that Mississippi decriminalized marijuana, and you may be wondering what that means for the use of marijuana products moving forward. After all, many states have now turned to legalization. Voters have authorized the use of both recreational and...
Can you bring marijuana into Mississippi?
If you enjoy smoking marijuana, you might wish you lived somewhere else rather than Mississippi. The drug is still illegal here, except for those with a medical license to use it. Even then, patients must be sure to buy it from a licensed dispensary and are limited to...
Cocaine laws in Mississippi
Drug laws vary from state to state, and the particulars can vary significantly. Mississippi has statutes governing the possession and sale of cocaine, which determine the types of charges and potential punishments. If you're facing drug charges related to cocaine,...
Why people want a certain roadside drug test banned
No Mississippi adult wants to experience the fear and stress of realizing a cop is pulling them over. What can magnify your worries is a police officer administering drug tests. Regardless of what police officers in real life or on television might have you believe,...
Understanding drug scheduling and penalties
Drug offenses are taken very seriously in Mississippi. The drugs themselves, some chemicals used to make drugs, and certain related substances are listed under five schedules or categories. Schedule 1 Drug charges that apply to Schedule 1 will generally be related to...
You can be charged for possession of prescription drugs
It is a misconception that if you have prescription drugs on your person, even if they are not prescribed to you, it is not illegal. In Mississippi, as well as in all other states, having excessive amounts of prescription drugs on your person, or having a prescription...
Can a DUI charge show up on a background check?
Driving under the influence is a serious charge in Mississippi that can cause problems in various aspects of your life. If you apply for a job, you may have to pass a background check to be considered. This is what to know about whether your DUI charge will show up....
What are the penalties for Mississippi drug charges?
Accusations of drug crimes are commonplace in Mississippi, but a charge is not the same as a conviction. The accused has the legal right to a defense, and there's a lot at stake. Here is a list of potential penalties for each class of drug. Definition The legal basis...
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