answered on Dec 13, 2023
It sounds like there may be the potential for a motion to dismiss based on lack of a speedy trial. Usually, the magic number is nine months before the delay is considered presumptively prejudicial. Your best bet is going to be to get with an experienced criminal defense lawyer to talk about the... View More 
answered on Dec 13, 2023
It usually does not take very long. Typically, once the motion is filed, the state is obligated to produce the discovery quickly, and if they do not, then the defense lawyer could file a motion to exclude that evidence or request sanctions (including a potential dismissal) due to a discovery... View More
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answered on Dec 2, 2023
Yes, you can be guilty of voyeurism even on your own property. The key factor in voyeurism charges is not the location, but the act of observing or recording someone without their consent in a situation where they have a reasonable expectation of privacy.
This means that if you engage in... View More
Mississippi residents I know there's no issue with a parent taking the child out of state without permission if there is no custody order so does that mean I can also bring him home from Pennsylvania since my wife and son are still Mississippi residents and we're still married she refuses... View More
answered on Nov 24, 2023
You are correct. Since there is no order in place, either parent may take the child wherever he or she wants. However, it is a bad idea for you to go to Pennsylvania and take the child back to Mississippi against your wife's will. There very well could be a physical confrontation that could... View More
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answered on Nov 9, 2023
In Mississippi, the sale of a counterfeit controlled substance, including a substance represented to be methamphetamine, can lead to criminal charges. If the amount involved is between 2 grams and less than 10 grams, it is considered a felony.
The specific charges and potential penalties... View More
The Judge did not order mandatory and prosecutor did not request it to be 5 year mandatory in Mississippi. So is the person not eligible under law for good time,
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answered on Oct 11, 2023
In Mississippi, if a judge does not specify that a sentence is to be served as "mandatory" or without the possibility of parole or early release, then the sentenced individual may be eligible for parole or other sentence reductions based on good behavior or other factors. "Good... View More
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answered on Nov 9, 2023
If you have received a ticket for indecent exposure, it's important to review the specific circumstances and the law under which you were charged. Indecent exposure generally requires an intentional act of exposing oneself to another person in a public place. If the exposure was accidental or... View More
My two Contempt of Court charges were because I forgot to pay my traffic tickets and show up to court. But I got all of them expunged 3 years ago
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
When applying for an Australian student visa, you're typically asked about any criminal convictions, and this includes charges and their outcomes. While your contempt of court charges were expunged, some jurisdictions may still view them as part of your record. The general practice is to be... View More
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answered on Sep 22, 2023
In Mississippi, the statute of limitations for aggravated assault is generally two years from the date of the alleged offense. This means that the prosecution has two years to file charges against the accused. However, there can be exceptions or conditions that could extend or modify this period.... View More
My friend passed away in her boyfriends front yard he didnt call 911 when she was found he was just sitting on the porch until he realized someone was there then he started pretending to ned help. she had been dead several hours at this point. on the porch where e was her purse was dumped out her... View More
answered on Sep 4, 2023
Under the circumstances you describe, you should assume you are a suspect and should retain a competent and experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. You should also assume police will not give you all the information they have and that they may lie to you to gauge your reactions... View More
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answered on Aug 15, 2023
In Mississippi, the possession of a firearm while in possession of a controlled substance is a serious offense. This offense is often referred to as "possession of a firearm in the commission of a felony" or a similar term, and it is usually treated as a separate offense from the... View More
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answered on Aug 14, 2023
If your car was seized by law enforcement under a warrant, the first step you should take is to contact the law enforcement agency that seized your car to inquire about the process for reclaiming it. They will provide you with information about the necessary steps, documents, and fees that you need... View More
Police came and said there was nothing they could do and wouldn't file a report. Is this the law?
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answered on Jul 27, 2023
If your friend agreed to watch your house and dog and then did not return them as agreed, this may be considered a civil matter rather than a criminal one.
In civil cases, such as disputes over property or contracts, the resolution typically involves seeking remedies in civil court, such as... View More
I told them their was storeag bill and they went and reported the car stolen and told law were it was and that i stole it
answered on Jul 26, 2023
If you had an agreement with the person who towed the car to your house to pay you a storage fee, you have the right to collect that fee from the deceased person's estate if the estate had enough money to pay that claim. You must present your claim with written evidence of the storage... View More
I know it's somebody with access to military grade weapons which scares me because this means it's police officials or government officials I don't know what to do or where to go for help
answered on Jul 12, 2023
At first glance, this does not appear to be a legal question.
However, the gap between technology and science fiction depends largely on the time of day.
Hypothetically, assuming what you say is true, although I would more likely rephrase as mental distress in response to suspected... View More
answered on Jun 12, 2023
Long story short, there is no set number of days that they State has to present a case over to the grand jury for a potential indictment; however, with each passing day, there is an increased likelihood of a dismissal based on the violation of the constitutional right to a speedy trial. The other... View More
answered on Jun 12, 2023
The short answer is yes. A person who is representing themselves can get a copy of their discovery packet by making a formal request with the prosecutor, and the prosecutor is obligated to turn over the discovery packet when requested.
answered on Jun 6, 2023
The penalties for auto-theft are relatively low. That being said, if this was the person's first offense, there is a significant likelihood that the person could avoid jail time and even avoid having this on their record. I would highly recommend that the person reach out to an experienced... View More
answered on Jun 6, 2023
Not necessarily; however, the best course of action in a situation like that would be to try and have the charge or conviction expunged from the person's record, so as to avoid any potential issues with eligibility.
I was traveling westbound on I 20 at 10:30 at night just after a rain storm. I’m approaching a box truck in the right lane I am in the left lane trying to pass the box truck. I noticed in my mirrors that there is a vehicle approaching me at a high rate of speed in the right hand lane. Therefore I... View More
answered on May 24, 2023
Great description of facts. I felt like I was there. I do not know of any state that DOESN'T require you to have your license in your physical possession while driving. And I mean the actual license, not a photo of it on your phone. This is so the officer can determine if it has been altered... View More
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