In Mississippi, if you are under the age of 21 and are convicted of driving under the influence (DUI), you can face serious consequences. One reason for this is that Mississippi (like many other states) has established a zero-tolerance policy for underage drinking and...
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How a DUI conviction may impact your career
On Behalf of Hornsby Watts, PLLC | Apr 5, 2023 | DUI Defense
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is a serious offense in Mississippi and can have severe repercussions on many aspects of your life, not the least of which is the possibility of fines, the loss of your license to drive and potential jail time. However, a DUI...
When can you refuse a sobriety test?
On Behalf of Hornsby Watts, PLLC | Mar 2, 2023 | DUI Defense
There’s always the possibility that police have reasonable suspicion to pull you over for a traffic stop. Perhaps they believed you violated a traffic law, like running a red light or making a right-hand turn when you couldn’t, or they thought you were swerving...
Beware a DUI charge during Carnival season
On Behalf of Hornsby Watts, PLLC | Jan 9, 2023 | DUI Defense
It’s that time again! For many tourists and residents of the Mississippi Gulf Coast communities, Carnival time is the best time of year. While not as frenetic as the New Orleans Mardi Gras celebration, the Biloxi Carnival experience has a more laid-back, beachy vibe....
2 things you should never say during a DUI stop
On Behalf of Hornsby Watts, PLLC | Dec 27, 2022 | DUI Defense
Even if you have broken no law, a police stop can still be a frightening experience. However, if the police have reasonable grounds to believe that you could be drunk behind the wheel, they will stop you for a DUI investigation. As soon as you are stopped, your...
What age group drives under the influence the most?
On Behalf of Hornsby Watts, PLLC | Nov 10, 2022 | DUI Defense
Impaired driving is something that spans all ages and is done by men and women. All it takes is one time driving after having a little bit too much to drink to get a drunk driving charge on your criminal record. That being said, you can look at the statistics to see...
Some medical conditions can look a lot like drunkenness
On Behalf of Hornsby Watts, PLLC | Oct 26, 2022 | DUI Defense
Your top priority is defending yourself if the police accuse you of driving under the influence during a traffic stop. Many feel outraged when the cops pull them over and assume their medical condition is intoxication. Before you get mad and say or do something you...
Don’t let the Mississippi heat cause problems with your IID
On Behalf of Hornsby Watts, PLLC | Aug 12, 2022 | DUI Defense
In Mississippi, a judge can order anyone convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) to have an ignition interlock device (IID) installed in any vehicle they drive in order to get their suspended driver’s license reinstated on a restricted basis. Even refusing a...
Can a DUI affect your college education?
On Behalf of Hornsby Watts, PLLC | Jun 21, 2022 | DUI Defense
College is often a time for people to explore the world, expand their knowledge and ultimately find themselves in their newfound freedom – and that sometimes includes drinking. Unfortunately, college students can jeopardize their future by irresponsibly driving after...
Can you refuse a Breathalyzer test in Mississippi?
On Behalf of Hornsby Watts, PLLC | May 25, 2022 | DUI Defense
Seeing a police car with its lights flashing behind you can make even the best day go bad. Knowing that you had a few beers with your friends after golf can make the situation even worse. You don’t feel intoxicated, but you’re worried about what your blood alcohol...
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