We have all seen crime movies or television shows depicting burglary. Often the burglar kicks down a door to a home or building in the dead of night and steals a highly valuable jewel or piece of artwork. They may tie up or even harm anyone inside the building their...
Criminal Defense
The basics of manslaughter in Mississippi
Accidents happen. Sometimes you are in a serious car wreck. Other times an argument gets out of hand. However, when these situations escalate, and a person dies, the other party may be accused of manslaughter. What is manslaughter? In general, under Mississippi law,...
Criminal record expungement in Mississippi
If a person is convicted of a crime in Mississippi, there are some circumstances where his or her criminal record can be removed. This process is called expungement and it returns the person to the status he or she had before the offense was committed. Criminal...
Burglary charge in Mississippi
If a person is charged with a criminal offense in Mississippi, a conviction can result in jail time and can be life-altering. One of the more impactful crimes a person can be charged with is burglary. It’s helpful to understand how burglary is defined and some...
What happens at a first court hearing in Mississippi?
When a Meridian area resident finds themselves on the other side of the law it can be a scary situation. It may seem like everyone is against them and a defendant may have no idea what will be happening next. A person who has been arrested should understand what...
What are my rights if I’m arrested?
Being arrested is a horrifying experience. One is ripped from their expected day, shackled, thrown into a squad car, processed, finger printed and finally, left in a jail cell with people also having their worst day. However, it is important to know that, even though...
Is a plea deal your best option?
The thought of a criminal conviction, regardless of the charges, can be overwhelming. The stakes are high in these cases, after all, oftentimes threatening an accused individual with jail or prison time, as well as financial and reputation damage that can linger for...
Four types of identity theft crimes in Mississippi
When people in the Meridian area think of theft crimes, they may picture burglars, muggings, shoplifting and pickpockets. And while these are all examples of theft, another type of theft crime that could lead to criminal charges in Mississippi is identity theft. There...
You might be able to disqualify the prosecution’s drug evidence
You need competence in the courtroom when facing drug charges. Any drug-related offense, including those involving possession, can wreak havoc on your life. They can threaten to strip away your freedom, your finances, and your future. Obtaining a job and housing with...
Entrapment or undercover work?
An undercover officer is a police officer who disguises themselves as something else in order to get closer to those suspected of illegal activity. For instance, he or she may pose as a person looking to buy drugs in order to then make a drug bust. One thing that...