Best Lawyers is pleased to share the public announcement that Thomas P. Welch, Jr. has been recognized by his peers in the 2026 edition “Lawyer of the Year” in Criminal Defense: General Practice in Jackson, MS. In addition to this honor, he will be highlighted in the...
Unlike other states that have multiple laws concerning drug crimes, Mississippi has one that covers the sale, transfer, possession, manufacturing and distribution of controlled substances (drugs). The law requires intent or knowledge of these processes to gain...
Police are constantly searching for instances of illegal drug possession. They imagine themselves in high-level busts leading to the incarceration of global traffickers. When that eludes them, they are content to lock up average users carrying even tiny amounts. Among...
It might not always seem like it, but police do not have unlimited power. The Bill of Rights limits how far law enforcement can go when they want to search your property for contraband, like drugs. With some exceptions, the Fourth Amendment requires police to get a...
Charges for drug possession are a serious concern. Not only can a conviction lead to jail time and fines, but it can affect your ability to get a job or housing in the future. If you are facing charges for possession of prescription medication, there are avenues to...
Drug charges are some of the most common reasons that people in the United States receive fines from law enforcement or go to jail. Many people who face these charges are first-time offenders, making the experience of the arrest and the possibility of punishment even...
Officers have the right to pull someone over for traffic stops as long as there is a reason to do so. However, that reason can sometimes be vague, and it can leave a person open to the police asking them for permission to search the vehicle. Even if police ask a...
Getting pulled over by police can be an intimidating experience. Regardless of whether you know why the officer pulled you over, you may find yourself rehearsing what friends and family have told you that you should do if the police pull you over. One of the most...
Many people understand the basics of the Miranda Warning. They know that they should hear from the police about their right to remain silent and their right to legal representation provided by an attorney. Even those who don't understand their other civil rights know...
The federal and Mississippi state governments have laws outlying numerous substances, ranging from marijuana to heroin. Anyone who gets caught in possession of prohibited substances will face arrest and likely criminal charges. There are also laws prohibiting...