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...
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Year: 2023
Under what circumstances may police use drug-sniffing dogs?
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...
2 possible reasons to challenge a search warrant in court
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...
Tips for fighting drug possession charges for medication
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...
3 types of drug crimes
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...