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answered on Oct 20, 2024

I'm sorry to hear about your family member's situation. To find the best and most affordable lawyers in Mississippi, start by contacting the Mississippi Bar Association. They can provide referrals to experienced attorneys who handle homicide and aggravated assault cases. It's... View More

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answered on Jul 21, 2024

It sounds like you're in a difficult situation. Given that you have no prior criminal record, it's possible that the court may consider this in your favor during sentencing. However, the outcome will largely depend on the specific details of your case, including the amount of money... View More

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answered on Jun 1, 2024

It sounds like you have already taken significant steps by filing a motion for compassionate release. The fact that the judge acknowledged the untimeliness of the AUSA's response works in your favor. You should focus on emphasizing this procedural error and any other strong points in your... View More

First and foremost, the first thing you need to do is get a lawyer. Having the pipe is the lesser crime of the two, since prosecutors typically go after the controlled substance charge more than anything. That being said, there are some ways to minimize any potential jail time that you may end up... 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

That question is a lot trickier than it sounds. Oftentimes, it can be several months, and sometimes years, before a case is even presented to the grand jury. That being said, at a certain point, the person charged has grounds to request that the charge be dismissed and expunged from their record.

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answered on Mar 19, 2023

It is possible for an inmate to be released on parole earlier than their scheduled release date, but this decision is typically made by the Mississippi Department of Corrections Parole Board based on a variety of factors, including the inmate's behavior while incarcerated, the nature of the... View More

It really depends on the situation. The failure to tell a person their Miranda rights does not necessarily mean that the case will be dismissed; however, it could mean that any confession or statements made by the person may not be able to come in. Once again, though, it depends on the situation.

The federal system tends to work much faster than the state system. The other thing to remember is that the federal penalties tend to be much harsher than the state side, even for something as relatively small being a convicted felon in possession of a firearm. The person's best bet is going... View More

If the case was dismissed via pretrial diversion, then the best thing that you could do to have your record expunged is get with a lawyer, who can draft and submit the necessary paperwork to get the case expunged.

From the looks of it, there is nothing prohibiting you from carrying or owning a firearm. The key question is going to be whether your husband has access to it, as well as the nature of his conviction. If it is a felony, then he cannot have any possession of any firearm unless he gets his record... View More

Typically, a charge like that would keep the juvenile in youth court, unless it is a crime that concerns a firearm or is an egregious violent crime.

It really depends on the facts of the case. Assuming that your fiance is a first time offender, then there is a greater likelihood of her getting her bond lowered to something more reasonable. I would be more concerned about why law enforcement is charging her when she did not have them in her... View More

Generally under federal guidelines, anyone with a Domestic Violence charge on their record won't pass a federal background check to purchase firearms.

They are looking at some considerable time, given the number of dosage units involved. That being said, even with a firearm enhancement, there is still a possibility of having it resolved with minimal or no jail time; however, it all depends on the circumstances. I would highly recommend reaching... View More

There really is no telling, without knowing the exact charges on the federal side. Even though he may have paid a fine in state court, if there is a violation of federal law, then the relevant federal agency can also pursue it.

What you will have to do is draft a subpoena and present it to the court clerk for her to have it issued, then at that point you will have to have someone (not you if you are a party) serve it on the person.

It depends on which portion of the search warrant that you are referring to, as well as the issuing court. If it is in federal court, usually the time frame in which the warrant can be executed is included. If it is in state, it is best practice for the issuing officer to include the date AND time... View More

In Mississippi, typically, a felony affidavit is signed by the charging officer or complaining witness/victim, then it is sworn to in front of the justice court clerk or a deputy clerk.

In Mississippi, typically the officer or person bringing the charges signs the affidavit, and then the affidavit is sworn to and then signed by the court clerk or a deputy court clerk.