In the state of Mississippi, the law simply states that you cannot drive a motor vehicle while under the influence of any substance.

A no fault divorce, also known as an irreconcilable differences divorce, occurs when both spouses agree to the divorce and its terms. In this variety of divorce, neither spouse has to prove that the other did something wrong. The process to complete a no-fault divorce is not messy or drug out. In fact, it can be finalized in just 60 days upon the filing of the joint complaint for divorce.

Like all other parts of the justice system, traffic courts follow certain procedures, and it is important to know what they are in order to successfully challenge a traffic violation.

For drivers over the legal drinking age of twenty-one years old, Mississippi follows the national standard of 0.08% as the BAC limit. Mississippi has a zero tolerance policy that makes the BAC limit 0.02% for drivers under twenty-one.

For many of my clients, these allegations are often simple mistakes like forgetting to pick up a small item left in their cart, or someone else was helping them scan and they overlooked an item. These innocent mistakes are something anyone could experience.

When you commit a traffic violation in Mississippi, you should respond to it within ten business days in one of the following ways.

Although I had several important experiences before pursuing a legal career, my time in the United States Marine Corps is by far the most impactful part of my past. I spent four years in active military service, serving as a communications center supervisor in the Pacific region. As I reflect on my time in the military, there are four key lessons that I still carry with me in my work today.

Your name is a big part of your identity, so it is important to understand the process if you ever need to change it.

One of the most common charges made against young people in the United States is a minor in possession (MIP) charge. 

First, it is important to remember that a charge of domestic or simple assault is a very serious offense. Often, courts are not offering plea deals to make these offenses “go away” or stay off your permanent record.

In addition to posing fatal risk to drivers and passengers, driving under the influence of alcohol or other substances can be an immense legal issue for those who have been arrested. Convictions can lead to fines, license restrictions and jail time.

Seeing blue lights in the rear view mirror can be nerve-wracking to anyone, whether or not they are doing something wrong.  Part of the explanation for why an innocent person’s blood pressure might go up at the sight of blue lights is that most drivers think of their cars as an extension of their homes and expect a certain level of privacy.

As someone with a wide range of of experience in and out of the legal field, Amy Pietrowski approaches law with a unique perspective, stemming from her experiences as a woman, mother and active mentor.

Mississippi and Tennessee have similar laws about what public intoxication is and what the consequences of an arrest might be. Here are answers to some key questions about this common misdemeanor charge.