What is the Difference Between a Public Defender and a Private Attorney for a Criminal Case?

If you’re facing criminal charges, you’re probably overwhelmed, scared, and not sure what to do next. You may be getting advice from all sides—hire a private attorney, ask the court for a public defender, or handle your own defense. How do you know whom to trust? First, know that you absolutely should have an attorney […]
How Will a DUI Impact My Employment?

If you’ve been arrested for drinking and driving, your mind might be racing as you think of all of the ways your life will be affected. One question that commonly comes up is, “Will a DUI conviction affect my job in Mississippi?” While there is no clear-cut answer to that, there are many cases in […]
How to Avoid Jail Time for DUI in Mississippi

Of course, the best way to avoid time in jail for DUI in Mississippi is to have the charges dropped. How do you improve your chances of this outcome? You contact a DUI attorney as soon as possible after your arrest. A lot of people facing DUI charges wait to hire an attorney, hoping that […]