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Mississippi DUI Attorneys

1. Ashland
   1. Farese & Farese & Farese: In Mississippi and Tennessee, if you refused the breath test, your license is suspended for 90 days in Mississippi and 1 year in Tennessee. It is very important to obtain legal representation as soon as you receive notification from the state that your license is suspended. There is only a limited period to contest this administrative suspension, often 10 days or less.
2. Batesville
   1. Jeff Padgett: We understand that sometimes even good people can get into trouble. That doesn't mean that they deserve anything less than a full protection of their rights, and unless the U.S. Constitution has been overturned, (and we checked, it hasn't) a person charged with a crime is still innocent until proven guilty. We'll make sure you don't get railroaded.
   2. Bailey & Womble: Our constitution is part of what makes this a great country. Not perfect, of course, but great. Other countries envy our system of justice, which guarantees certain rights and safeguards the liberty of all Americans.
3. Biloxi
   1. Wilson Law Firm: catastrophic personal injury, automobile accidents, 18-wheeler accidents, wrongful death, and DUI defens
   2. Albert Pettigrew:

      Give no statements and preserve the evidence as soon as possible.

      Refuse the breathalyzer test if there is reasonable belief you won't pass.

      Then go to a hospital emergency room or nurse as soon as you are released to be examined and have blood tested for alcohol.

4. Booneveille
   1. Michael, Ronald: * Personal Injury * Criminal * Motor Vehicle Accidents * Medical Malpractice * DUI * Social Security (Future)
5. Brandon
   1. Stewart & McGuffee: Have you been arrested or charged with a crime? ... Mississippi Driving Under the Influence (DUI), Drug Possesion, Drug Sales, Drug Trafficking, Grand Theft, Larceny, White Collar Crimes, Felonies and Misdemeanors.
6. Brookhaven
   1. Burghard Law Firm: Intoxilyzer or breath tests must be conducted within strict rules and procedures by the arresting officer. The machine must be properly calibrated before each test to show an accurate result.
7. Cleveland
   1. Cox & Moore: You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.
8. Clinton
   1. McRaney, Robert: * Divorce and family law * Estate planning, wills and trusts * DUI defense * Criminal defense
9. Columbus
   1. Owen, David: If you are charged with drunk driving , you face an uncertain future. The law has become very strict and everything from your career, family life, social life, and even your freedom is on the line. You need help. Hiring the right attorney is key to DUI defense.
10. Corinth
    1. Bain, Nick: Adoptions Alimony Annulment Assault and Battery Automobile Accidents Burglary Child Custody Child Support Criminal Defense Divorce Domestic Relations Domestic Violence Drug Crimes DUIDWI Family Law Felonies Homicides Medical Malpractice and Insurance Disputes Misdemeanors Personal Injury Post Divorce Modification Prenuptial Agreements Restraining Orders Separation Agreements Spousal Support Traffic Violations Uncontested Divorce Visitation Rights Wrongful Death
    2. Neese & Adams: If you or someone you love has been charged with a crime you need to hire a lawyer immediately. Just like you've heard on television a thousand times, you really do have the right to remain silent, and what you say really will be used against you. ... protect your rights and prove your innocence. Being accussed of a crime is a serious matter. Whether you have been charged with DUI or any other crime, you need an attorney who will fight for you.
11. Grenada
    1. Harlow Law Firm: * Personal Injury * Family Law * Bankruptcy * Domestic Cases * Criminal Defense * Workers' Compensation * Estate Litigation * Real Estate Matters * Professional Negligence
12. Greenville
    1. Dyer, Dyer, Jones & Daniels: Have you been unfairly accused of a crime? Are you facing serious criminal charges?
13. Gulfport
14. Hattiesburg
15. Hernando
    1. Chatham Damarˇ Pittman: Remember- you do not have to plead guilty to your DUI or other traffic violation charges.
    2. James Franks: Public perception categorizes people charged with drunk driving as criminals, even before they have been convicted of any crime. Being arrested for drunk driving, driving under the influence (DUI), or driving while intoxicated (DWI) can be a stressful experience. Penalties for this offense may include suspension or loss of license, increased insurance rates, jail or prison time, probation, serious fines, and a permanent criminal record. An experienced criminal and DUI / DWI defense lawyer can make a great difference in the outcome of your case.
16. Ingenio
    1. DePinto & Brown: Need to Defend a DWI?
17. Jackson
18. Laurel
    1. Robertson, Kyle: When you have been charge with criminal wrongdoing, it is critical to have someone on your side that understands how to achieve the most favorable results possible for your case.
19. Madison
    1. Neyland Law Firm: The penalties for a first offense include: Forty-eight hours in jail A suspended driverÕs license (typically 90 days) Up to a $1000.00 fine Mississippi Alcohol Safety Education Program attendance However, the penalties for a DUI conviction do not stop there. A person convicted of driving under the influence generally must obtain an SR-22 insurance form, which serves to notify the state that you have insurance in place. Many insurance companies will not insure someone that requires this form, and the cost for obtaining insurance with this form can be as much as 50% more expensive than normal insurance rates. Additionally, a first offense DUI can be used to enhance a second offense, if the second offense occurs within five years of the first DUI. The penalties for a second offense include: A minimum of five days in jail, and up to one year A minimum of ten days of community service, and up to one year Up to a $1,500.00 fine A suspended driverÕs license for two years Mississippi Alcohol Safety Education Program attendance The impoundment or immobilization of your vehicle for the entire length of the suspension of your driverÕs license, a period of two years. Of course, just like a first offense, a second offense can and will be used to enhance the penalties should you receive a third offense within five years of the first two convictions. The penalties for a third offense are even more severe: You become a felon. Convicted felons cannot vote, cannot own a gun, and cannot obtain a professional license from the state of Mississippi. A minimum of one year in prison, and up to five years. A fine between $2000.00 and $5000.00 A suspended driver's license for five years Seizure of the vehicle you were operating at the time of the offense.
20. Magee
    1. Ware Law Firm: personal injury, workers' compensation, bankruptcy, insurance, DUI, criminal law, labor and employment law, election campaign and political law, probate and estate administration, toxic torts, military law, child support, and litigation and appeals
21. McComb
    1. Shandy & Lenoir: * Criminal Defense * Felonies/Misdemeanors * Drug Offenses * Domestic Violence * DUI * Personal Injury * Auto Accidents * Defective Products * Medical Negligence * Wrongful Death Claims * Premises Liability * Family Law * Divorce * Child Custody/Support * Modification/Contempt * Adoption/Guardianship * Visitation Rights * Paternity * Estates/Probate * Workers' Compensation * Social Security * Disability Law * Phone: 601-684-7030 * Toll-Free: 1-888-6622433
    2. Brewer Law Firm: Like many other states, Mississippi has an “Implied Consent Law.” This collection of statutory provisions details the law as it relates to driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or any other substance that can be proven to impair one’s ability to drive. Our DUI statute is called an “Implied Consent Law” because the Mississippi Legislature determined—in light of the high rate of DUI-related accidents, injuries and deaths—when an individual accepts the privilege of holding a valid state-issued driver’s license and operates a vehicle on the roads and highways of the State of Mississippi, they agree to take a breath, blood or urine test if a law enforcement officer has probable cause to believe they are impaired by any substance while operating a vehicle. It is not a crime to refuse to take any test(s) at an officer’s request; however, if an individual refuses to take the test (for blood alcohol content only), the State Department of Public Safety will suspend an individual’s license for a designated period of time. Specifically, with regard to drinking and driving, Miss. Code Annotated ¤ 63- 11-5 states: "Any person who operates a motor vehicle upon the public highways, public roads and streets of this state shall be deemed to have given his consent . . . to a chemical test or tests of his blood, breath or urine for the purposes of determining alcohol concentration." The same statute says it is illegal to drive under the influence of “any other substance which would impair a person’s ability to operate a motor vehicle.” This is important to note because most client’s believe that a DUI can only be given for being under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs. In reality, in Mississippi a DUI can be given to an individual who willfully drives or otherwise operates a motor vehicle while: a. Under the Influence of Intoxicating Liquor; or b. Under the Influence of Any Other Substance which impaired such person’s ability to operate a Motor Vehicle; or c. Having an Alcohol Concentration of .08 or more if the individual is over twenty-one (The limit for those who are under twenty-one is .02 and the limit for someone operating a commercial vehicle is a .04); or d. Under the Influence of Any Illegal Drug or Controlled Substance (These substances are listed in the Mississippi Controlled Substances Law). Pursuant to the statute, a person in Mississippi can be arrested, charged and convicted for driving after consuming alcohol, illicit drugs, prescription medication or any other substance—if the state can prove that the substance impaired the individual’s ability to drive. If a person submits to the breath test, the state can convict an individual of DUI without proving that the individual’s driving was impaired to any degree—as long as the individual registers at or above the legal limit on a breath, blood or urine test and the state can prove that the test was properly administered by a qualified individual. According to the law, if an individual is above the limit they are DUI—period. On the other hand, if an individual does not take the test, the state must prove that a some substance(s) actually impaired the individual’s ability to drive.
22. Meridain
    1. Parrish, Stewart: personal injury, felony and misdemeanor criminal defense, domestic relations, professional malpractice, and workplace injury cases
23. Ocean Springs
    1. Denham Law: workers compensation claims, criminal law, divorce, child custody, adoptions and corporations and business litigation
24. Oxford
25. Ridgeland
    1. Guthrie, Clarence: If you are facing charges for a violation of Mississippi or federal criminal law, you need a strong and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney you can respect and trust. Money, freedom, and even your life may be on the line, and your criminal lawyer has to be trusted to fight hard for your best interests. Even seemingly minor charges based on questionable evidence require the careful, personal attention of a lawyer who believes in you, has experience, and knows the law.
26. Pascagoula
    1. Cumbest, Cumbest, Hunter & McCormick: Criminal law encompasses offenses ranging from misdemeanors to felonies. Both may involve major disruptions to your life and that of your family. Under investigation? Charged with a crime? You need an experienced criminal defense attorney. Retain the best representation you canŃas soon as you can Because criminal prosecution is complex, people are often confused by the criminal justice system. Individuals are often unaware of their rights and feel intimidated by authorities. Police and prosecutors have limited responsibility to inform you of your rights. Without an experienced, dedicated defense attorney, you may spend longer in jail or be required to pay a greater fine. Misdemeanors Even a lesser crime can cause major problems Though a misdemeanor is a less serious crime, it can disrupt your life. It can carry a sentence in county jail of up to one year and/or a fine. Examples of typical misdemeanors are petty theft, disturbing the peace, imple assault and battery, drunkenness in public, and various non-DUI traffic violations. Felonies Serious crimes involve the risk of substantial losses Homicide, armed robbery, drug crimes, sex offenses, aggravated assault, and vehicular homicide are just some examples of felonies. A felony is a major crime punishable by a state or federal prison sentence, or even the death penalty. DUI or Driving Under the Influence Driving when drunk or intoxicated is a serious crime in Mississippi. As in most other states, the legal limit for blood alcohol content is .08%. If arrested in Mississippi for a DUI, you are subject to both an administrative trial and a criminal trial. Punishment can include suspension or revocation of your driverÕs license, as well as substantial fines and jail time. If charged with a DUI, retain an experienced attorney immediately An aggressive, caring defense lawyer may help protect your driving privileges and your insurance premiums, or perhaps manage a suspended sentence or a successful challenge to your arrest or sobriety test.
    2. Keith Miller: The Fifth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution provides that no persons shall be compelled to be a witness against himself..." This guarantee also applies to the states and has been interpreted to mean that individuals have a right to be free from giving self-incriminating testimony, including statements to police while in custody. The right to be free from self-incrimination forms the basis for other liberties such as the Miranda rights to remain silent and to an attorney. In order to be entitled to be read their Miranda rights, the individual must be in custody of and about to be interrogated by the police. However, even where Miranda rights are required, several exceptions exist rendering Miranda violations by police inconsequential.
27. Southhaven
    1. Stroud & Harper: * Driving Under the Influence (DUI) * Domestic Violence/Simple Assault * Misdemeanor Drug Possession * Resisting Arrest/Disorderly Conduct * Shoplifting * Felony Drug Offenses
    2. Milam, Heidi: Family Law * Divorce * Child support * Child custody & visitation * Adoption Personal Injury * Wrongful death * Motor vehicle accidents Criminal Defense * DUI/DWI * Simple assault * Harassment * Drug violations Wills and Estates * Estate planning * Probate * Powers of attorney * Living wills
    3. Taylor, Jones & Taylor: All Felonies & Misdemeanors in State and Federal Court, including but not limited to: DUI and DUI 3rd; Drug Offenses including Smuggling, Distribution, Manufacture and Possession; Capital Murder; Felony Murder; Murder; Manslaughter; Aggravated Assault; Capital Rape; Rape; Burglary; Embezzlement; Bribery; Kidnapping; Arson and Capital Punishment.
28. Starkeville
    1. Perry, Winfield & Wolfe: The firm attempts to work constructively with government officials and prosecutors to resolve matters when appropriate, but it is also prepared to litigate aggressively whenever it is in the clientÕs best interest.
    2. Rodney Favor: The information provided herein cannot substitute for consulting with an attorney who is knowledgeable in Mississippi and Florida law.
29. Tupelo
30. West Point
    1. Ross, Kelley & Hosford: (D)efending clients against charges ranging from DUI to Capital murder.
31. Wiggins
    1. Courtney, Sean: If you have been arrested for felony DUI, fraud, embezzlement, domestic violence, drug possession, assault and battery, homicide or any other criminal offense, talk to a defense attorney before you talk to anyone else.