Every Mississippi parent dreads the thought of their beloved children being involved in a car wreck. After your kid drives off to college, they’re responsible for making many choices on their own without you around to give them help, advice and caution. For many...
Criminal Defense
Don’t make the mistake of committing a prescription drug crime
You love being at college. It’s a great experience, and you’ve met a lot of wonderful people. Recently, a fellow student asked you if you wanted to buy some of their medications while you were out at a restaurant together. They had prescription hydrocodone, also known...
Rights that you have if pulled over by the police
It's night-time, you're driving home, and out of nowhere, blue lights appear in your rear-view mirror. It's easy for fear to seep into your vehicle, but know that regardless of the reason you are being pulled over, as a Mississippian and American citizen, you still...
The trickle-down effect of drug charges for college students
College is a time of learning and personal growth, and for many people, it is a time of experimentation and exploration as well. Part of how people grow and mature during their college years stems from the mistakes they make, such as drinking too much or learning...
Marijuana and the law in Mississippi: What you should know
It’s impossible not to notice the fact that, despite still being a Schedule I illegal drug under federal law, marijuana is being used just about everywhere these days. The majority of the states in this country have already made provisions for the use of medical...
Choose the right drunk driving defense strategy
A charge of driving under the influence of alcohol can have a widespread effect on your life, ranging from your career to your standing within the community. For this reason, if you find yourself in this position, it’s best to learn more about the many types of drunk...
How prevalent is Adderall on college campuses?
College students can often become overburdened and stressed out with all of their responsibilities. This stress can lead to poor performance in the classroom and issues in other areas of life. Students may turn to study drugs to cope with this added pressure....
Mississippi has the fourth highest opioid prescription rates
The opioid epidemic has plagued the United States for quite some time now. While prescription rates for the country have been consistently falling since 2012, the problem is still prevalent in multiple states. Mississippi is one of the states hit hardest by the opioid...
What should you do after being stopped for a DUI?
You went out with your buddies on a Friday night to celebrate getting a raise at work. The bar was playing great music and you stayed longer than you thought you would and drank more than you thought you would too. Then, on the way home, you saw those flashing lights....
Mississippi gives fresh starts through expungement
Having a criminal record can close many doors to education and employment, often for the rest of a person’s life. Nearly everyone who survives their youth eventually comes to wish they could go back in time to undo something they did then. Of course, you can’t undo...