All states make driving under the influence of alcohol, and also legal and illegal drugs, a serious offense. Sometimes, even a low BAC level can cause a decrease in judgment and thinking. A driver in Jackson, Mississippi, who gets a DUI may face several penalties...
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Aggravated DUI in Mississippi
Many state legislatures have enhanced the DUI laws in their jurisdictions during the past two decades, including Mississippi. In fact, Mississippi may have some of the harshest penalties in the nation based on what can be classified as a felony when a driver has been...
Factors that influence BAC results
If an officer in Jackson, Mississippi, suspects a driver of DUI, they might perform chemical tests. A typical test the officer uses is the Breathalyzer, which uses a breath sample to measure BAC. However, some studies show breathalyzer results are not always reliable,...
THC levels not reliable indicators of marijuana intoxication
Driving under intoxication is illegal in Mississippi. One of the tests that police officers use in testing for intoxication is measuring the THC levels. THC is the psychoactive component of marijuana. Although THC affects the part of the brain that controls movement,...
Identity theft convictions show no signs of slowing down
Identity theft costs consumers billions of dollars every year, and there are large costs associated with identity theft. Thieves target consumers in several ways, and it may result in identify theft charges placed against you. In some cases, you may need to defend...
Are smartphone-paired breath tests risky for drivers?
A DUI arrest could create enormous problems for a Mississippi driver. Even a first-time DUI offense may result in jail time, fines, and a license suspension. Suffering the ill effects of such penalties may become intolerable for drivers who feel they are victims of...
Do you know enough law and procedure to represent yourself?
You have the legal right to act as your own attorney. Mississippi courts recognize defendants who represent themselves in criminal law proceedings. However, acting on your own behalf is typically not a good idea. There’s a difference between knowledge and experience...
Mandatory minimum drug sentencing might be here to stay
Mandatory minimum sentencing has come under a great deal of scrutiny in recent years. That's particularly true when it comes to non-violent drug offenses in Mississippi and around the country. With the election of a Democratic president, there was some hope that...
When does a speedy trial apply?
The right to a speedy trial applies to criminal proceedings in Mississippi and across the United States. While residents of the state of Mississippi undoubtedly have heard reference made to the requirement of speedy trial, many people do not know the specifics of this...
Knowing when to stay quiet around police
In the event that you're stopped by police in Mississippi, you might think that you have to answer every question that you're asked. However, this isn't always true. Here are a few rights you have that might keep you from going to jail after the police stop you....
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