Having their teenager get arrested on drug charges should be every parent’s wake-up call. If your teen’s drug usage was previously unsuspected, consider this to be the red flag waving. By the time of an arrest, your teen’s drug use may have progressed past the...
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Can you refuse a breath test in Mississippi?
There are a few different ways that police officers test for impairment during a traffic stop. First of all, a officer needs a reason to stop a car. After they do so, they may have the driver perform field sobriety tests, or they may ask them to take a breath test....
Invoking your right to silence: What you need to know
If you’re ever questioned by the police as a suspect, witness or just someone in the wrong place at the wrong time, you have the right to remain silent. This isn’t just something from crime dramas. The Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution gives you the right to...
What should you know about search warrants for your home?
Hearing a knock at your door with an announcement that it’s a police officer can be a stressful experience. It’s critical that you know what to do if this occurs. One of the most important things to remember is that police officers can’t just search your home whenever...
Are roadside breath tests admissible in court?
A police officer who initiates a traffic stop for any reason may automatically try to figure out what’s going on with the driver. There are times when the officer may notice signs of impairment, such as smelling alcohol on the driver’s breath or hearing them slurring...
3 tests in the standardized field sobriety test
People who are pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving may be asked to take a field sobriety test in an effort to determine if they’re impaired. There are many types of tests that police officers can perform on the individual, but most of them aren’t admissible in...
How does a criminal record affect a person’s future?
A criminal record can have long-term consequences that can extend far beyond the courtroom. From losing employment opportunities to housing applications being denied. A past conviction can create an impact that hinders almost every part of a person's life. Many...
What to know after a DUI arrest in Mississippi
Mississippi law prohibits and punishes driving under the influence (DUI) with fines and jail time. Additionally, a DUI conviction means that your driver’s license will be suspended even if it is your first offense. Two things that could influence license-related...
What are “mitigating factors” in criminal cases?
Criminal law can be very complicated. A conviction does not necessarily mean someone is a bad person. People may be convicted after making a mistake. Intent is not always present in criminal cases. At the sentencing stage, judges are entitled to use their discretion....
Avoiding a conviction could protect your child custody rights
Facing criminal charges is a stressful experience, often particularly for parents who are also involved in a custody dispute or a co-parenting arrangement. In many cases, a conviction can result in serious consequences for custody rights, as courts prioritize the best...
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