Mississippi Law Blog

Already facing charges in a massive embezzlement scheme involving over $4 million in welfare funds, a mother and son are now building a defense against additional charges of embezzlement from the Mississippi Department of Education. The woman and her son were...

Schedule II drugs are those the federal government has identified as dangerous with a high potential for abuse and addiction. Methamphetamine is one of those drugs listed in this category. Because of the high risk of using meth, state and federal penalties for...

To some, theft, burglary and robbery may seem like the same event. However, each crime has differing elements, and while they may not seem significant, they can greatly influence the type of criminal charge a person faces as well as the possible consequences of a...

Insurance fraud is one of the most common types of white-collar crime in Mississippi and across the U.S. Because there are so many kinds of insurance, the opportunities for fraud are seemingly limitless. Such crimes cost insurers billions of dollars and result in...

An indictment on federal charges often follows a lengthy investigation into suspected illegal activity. Once a grand jury returns an indictment, the accused has several choices, such as whether to go to trial or negotiate a plea deal. No matter the decision, the...

Black market operations behind bars are not new. In prison, forbidden items like drugs, weapons and cellphones may be used for trading or personal use. Those who are incarcerated in Mississippi may seek help from friends or family on the outside, who take risks to...

Federal crimes easily come with more serious consequences than certain offenses that only apply at the state level in Mississippi. If you have found yourself accused of a federal offense, you undoubtedly want to learn as much about your situation as possible. Any...

Federal white collar crimes often involve complex and confusing legal matters. For example, because of ever-evolving technical capabilities, allegations of wire fraud can be quite challenging to defend against. When someone in Mississippi is under investigation for...

While Mississippi and other states have their own laws regarding the possession of firearms, federal laws exist that apply nationwide. Violating these laws can lead to serious consequences, including mandatory minimum sentences and the loss of certain civil rights for...