There are many potential penalties associated with drunk driving convictions. Motorists are at risk of losing their driving privileges. They may have to spend time in jail. They can also expect financial expenses, including fines and court costs. For many people,...
DUI
The risk of a DUI is higher for professional drivers
People get arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) offenses every day in Mississippi. Most of them are people driving their own vehicles who make a mistake. Occasionally, the person arrested on DUI charges is a professional driver. Whether they are in their own...
What is reasonable suspicion for a drunk driving stop?
Reasonable suspicion is a critical concept in drunk driving traffic stops. It's a legal standard that allows police to stop and briefly detain a driver if they have a reasonable belief, based on specific and articulable facts, that the driver is intoxicated....
The penalties for DUI in Mississippi
Driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol in Mississippi is a conviction that comes with serious penalties. The criminal consequences of DUI could change your life. You may have to pay hefty fines, serve jail time or fulfill another sentence. A conviction...