People typically think of a conspiracy as an elaborate plan to commit a crime. In the eyes of the law, it can be – and often is – much simpler. A conspiracy is simply when at least two people agree to commit a crime and then take some action towards committing it....
Criminal Defense
Are you accused of embezzling property or assets?
When you work in business, something you’ll want to protect yourself against is an accusation of embezzlement. Embezzlement is defined as purposefully stealing, misusing or retaining assets or funds that were entrusted to you as an employee or to your organization....
How to invoke your right to remain silent
You were asked down to the police station to talk about a serious crime – an assault or murder – that the police are investigating. Despite reassurances from the police that they simply believe you had information that could help them crack their case, you quickly...
Protect your loved ones: Dispose of your old medications
You’ve had some health issues over the years, and there are a lot of old pill bottles with unused prescription medications in them lying around your house. Could you accidentally be contributing to a loved one’s addiction? Drug addiction often starts at home...
Clearing a conviction from your record
Having handled countless criminal defense cases in Hazlehurst, we here at the can attest to the fact that a criminal conviction (no matter the perceived severity of the offense) can have a dramatic impact on your life. Even after you have...
When is the use of force justified?
Claims of self-defense made by those charged with violent crimes in Hazlehurst are often immediately met with skepticism. Yet like most, you can probably think of situations where you would justifiably act against another to defend yourself, those that you love,...
Bulldog sophomore faces assault charges
It may be easy for many in Hazlehurst to jump to conclusions about the guilt or innocence of any suspect report to have been arrested. Personal experience, familiarity and bias may often shape opinions before the facts of a matter are ever released. The danger in this...
Ocean Springs contractor arrested for not completing work
One might assume that the actions most would classify as "criminal" in Hazlehurst are very well-defined. However, as is the case in almost any industry, there are grey areas when it comes to the law where confusion exists as to whether or not any statutes have...
What is fruit of the poisonous tree?
If you face any type of criminal charge(s) in Mississippi, you should know about the fruit of the poisonous tree doctrine because it may advantageously affect your case when you go to trial. As LawTeacher.net explains, the fruit of the poisonous tree doctrine has...
Responding to an assault accusation
Discovering that a possible assault charge is in one's future can certainly be a terrifying experience. Regardless of what happened, the privacy of everyone involved can suddenly be at stake. With harassment being a focal point of concern in today's world, there have...