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I have a custody case that was originally closed in Madison County, Mississippi. All parties involved now reside in Hinds County, Mississippi, and there are no known stipulations from the original case. There have been no discussions about transferring the case. Can the case be reopened in Hinds... View More 
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
No, the case would have to stay in Madison County, or Madison County would have to transfer the case to Hinds County.
I am caring for a 15-year-old child whose mother committed suicide in jail and whose father is a drug addict. The child has been in my care for 14 days, but there are no legal documents granting me custody or guardianship. He has been out of school for over 2 years, and I want to enroll him back in... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
I would start with contacting your local Youth Court. They can help you get custody and get the child enrolled in school.
I was charged with possession of THC at my school at the age of 16. I am not currently on probation, and I have no previous offenses. I'm concerned about failing a court-ordered drug test on my upcoming court date. Could this potentially result in being sent to juvenile detention?
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
It's possible, but not likely since this is your first offense. Most Youth Court judges in Mississippi will not send you to detention for your first positive drug test.
I am interested in learning about misdemeanors. Specifically, I would like to understand what constitutes a misdemeanor, the potential legal consequences, and how they might impact my personal and professional life. Any guidance on resources or steps to take to educate myself further would be... View More
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answered on Apr 4, 2025
A misdemeanor is any crime that carries less than or up to one year of jail time.
I want to change my name back to my maiden name since my husband passed away in 2015. I have obtained his death certificate but haven't started any legal proceedings for the name change yet. Someone mentioned I would need to hire an attorney for this process, which I'm unsure about. I... View More
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answered on Apr 4, 2025
I would recommend hiring an attorney to make the process smoother, but it may not be necessary depending on which county you live in. If you plan to proceed without an attorney, contact your local chancery clerk's office and ask if they have a pro se form for name change.
On March 11, 2025, I was stopped on my way to work in Mississippi. The officer asked for my ID but confirmed no crime had been committed. I declined to show my ID under my 4th Amendment rights, and the officer asked me to step out of the vehicle. I was subsequently handcuffed and booked at the... View More
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answered on Apr 11, 2025
Based on the information you provided, it's hard to tell why you were pulled over in the first place. Your attorney should be able to gather more information about the reason for the stop at your first court appearance. You should make your attorney aware of your concerns, and ask them to do... View More
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