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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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

From a strategic standpoint, it always makes more sense to plead not guilty to any charge, at least until you and your lawyer have had a chance to review everything, see if there is not enough evidence against you, or see if there is a way in which the case could end up being dismissed or the... View More

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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; however, hindering in the first degree is still considered a serious offense. I would highly encourage you to reach out to an experienced criminal defense lawyer, so that they can learn more about the facts and circumstances, and develop a plan of action to... View More

It really depends on the circumstances. Typically, law enforcement can enter one's property without a warrant if, like you said, there were exigent circumstances or in pursuit of someone who the officer was notified was engaged in wrongdoing.

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.

It really depends on whether you think that you can adequately defend yourself against the charges that the other person put on you. Your best bet will likely be to have representation, since a lawyer can 1) defend you, and 2) be in a better position to question the other side.

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

It really depends on the circumstances, such as whether the person has any previous convictions, amount of property damage, etc. That being said, with the right circumstances, it may end up being a situation where the charge could be nonadjudicated or dismissed with participation in a special... View More

Typically, once the State arrests someone, there is no set amount of time before they can present the case for indictment; however, the more time that goes by, the greater the likelihood of there being an argument that the case should be dismissed due to lack of a speedy trial, particularly if... View More

Typically, once the State arrests someone, there is no set amount of time before they can present the case for indictment; however, the more time that goes by, the greater the likelihood of there being an argument that the case should be dismissed due to lack of a speedy trial, particularly if... View More

Generally, if the property is abandoned, it could still be considered burglary of a building if there was a breaking and entering with the intent to commit a crime within the building. That being said, depending on the circumstances, the charge could potentially be downgraded to a lower charge,... View More