Collateral insurance usually insures the interests of a lender in a vehicle pledged as collateral to secure repayment of a loan. If the vehicle itself is damaged, the insurance protects the lender up to the amount of the loan. It is a valid type of insurance, but it is not the same thing as... View More

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answered on Dec 19, 2023

If you received a reckless driving and DWI ticket in Mississippi, and the court cannot locate your information, take the following steps: contact the court clerk's office to inquire about your case, verify the accuracy of your ticket details, and consider seeking legal advice, especially if... View More

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answered on Dec 12, 2023

Whether an old ticket can resurface in court for a new offense in Mississippi depends on factors like the judge's discretion and your driving record. While there may not be a specific law requiring it, judges can consider past infractions during sentencing. Your previous speeding ticket, even... View More

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answered on Nov 8, 2025

You restore your firearm rights by removing the disabling convictions under both Mississippi and federal law. The usual paths are: a court-ordered expungement for eligible nonviolent felonies, a gubernatorial pardon, or individualized legislative relief. Because you have two auto-burglary... View More

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answered on Oct 21, 2025

It’s frustrating to have your license suspended without any clear reason, especially when your driving record shows no violations. The first step is to request a full, detailed driver history directly from your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles—not just a certified record. A full abstract... View More

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answered on Oct 17, 2025

It sounds like you were caught in a confusing and intimidating situation, especially since the officer didn’t activate his lights until you were already home. In most states, the charge of **attempting to elude** requires proof that you willfully tried to avoid a police stop after knowing the... View More

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answered on Oct 7, 2025

It’s understandable to feel anxious and frustrated after receiving a suspension notice when you haven’t had any recent violations. Under **Mississippi Code Section 63-11-23**, a driver’s license can be suspended for reasons such as a **DUI-related offense or refusal to submit to chemical... View More

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answered on Sep 19, 2025

In Mississippi, law enforcement officers are not required to inform a suspect of the specific reasonable suspicion that justifies a traffic stop during the interaction. The U.S. Supreme Court's decision in *Terry v. Ohio* established that police may conduct a brief investigatory stop based on... View More

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answered on Sep 8, 2025

Since no one was hurt and no property was damaged, the legal risk from this situation is very limited. The warning you received is more of a cautionary note rather than a formal charge, meaning it should not create lasting consequences on your record. However, it does serve as notice that your... View More

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answered on Sep 8, 2025

You are right to be cautious, because paying the ticket would typically count as an admission of guilt, which then places the violation on your driving record and may raise your insurance premiums for years. In Mississippi, a conviction for speeding 30 mph over the limit is considered serious, and... View More

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answered on Sep 8, 2025

Since you are deployed and cannot appear in person until September, the most important step is to contact the court listed on the ticket as soon as possible. You can usually request a continuance, explain your FEMA deployment, and ask if the court allows remote resolution. Mississippi courts often... View More

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answered on Aug 30, 2025

What you are describing is unfortunately common when a citation or summons goes unnoticed. Even if you never received paperwork, the court can still move forward, and a failure to appear will usually lead to a warrant and a driver’s license suspension. The first step you should take is to contact... View More

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answered on Jul 10, 2025

You’re in a position where legal help can make a real difference, especially since you can’t appear in court yourself. In Texas, traffic attorneys can appear on your behalf for speeding citations and can often negotiate with the prosecutor to reduce or dismiss the charge, depending on the... View More

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answered on Jul 6, 2025

Yes, under Mississippi law, you can be detained for traffic offenses such as careless driving, failure to provide proof of insurance, and failure to comply with lawful orders. These are typically misdemeanor offenses, but depending on how the stop unfolded, especially if there was a refusal to... View More

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answered on Jun 12, 2025

What happened to you sounds both frustrating and unnecessary, especially if your license was valid all along. Mistakes like this from an officer can have real consequences—time, money, and even your driving record. If you believe the ticket was issued in error and you have proof that your license... View More

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answered on Jun 11, 2025

If your license was revoked due to an accident involving your stolen vehicle, you can contest the revocation by gathering evidence showing you were not at fault. Start by obtaining police reports that document the theft and the circumstances of the wreck to prove you weren’t driving or... View More

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answered on Apr 15, 2025

It’s completely understandable to want to put this behind you, but going to court for your first speeding ticket—especially in Stone County, MS—can be worth the effort. Judges often take a clean driving record into account, and you may be able to ask for the charge to be reduced to a lesser... View More

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answered on Apr 14, 2025

In Starkville, MS, parking regulations typically allow for towing if a vehicle is partially or fully obstructing a no-parking zone, even if only one tire is hanging off. While the lack of signs indicating towing policies may seem like a gray area, cities usually have general parking rules that... View More

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answered on Apr 14, 2025

It sounds like you’re dealing with a difficult situation, but since you’ve contested the citation, you’re already taking the right steps. In Mississippi, allowing someone with a suspended license to drive is a violation, but since you were unaware of the suspension at the time, you may have a... View More

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answered on Apr 12, 2025

In Mississippi, a minor error on a traffic ticket, such as an incorrect vehicle year, doesn't automatically invalidate the citation. Courts typically view such mistakes as clerical errors unless they significantly affect the case. For instance, if the vehicle year discrepancy leads to... View More