Mississippi is one of five states that has legal banishment.

2015-10-07A judge has discretion to ban a convicted defendant from a specific geography within the state or from the entirety of the state. The higher courts tend to disfavor banishment and review such orders with increased scrutiny. However, a good … Read more »

Constructive Possession

2015-10-07Constructive PossessionThe owner of a vehicle or property is presumed to be in possession of items found in or on the property. Items can include anything illegal such as drugs. An attorney experienced in these matters may however be able t… Read more »

How you can lose your land?

2015-10-07How you can lose your land?Adverse Possession Claim -In Mississippi, individuals may obtain legal title to land from the actual owner simply by using the land for 10 years as long as other elements are met. For example, if someone is using … Read more »

If you are trespassing, at least close the gate!

2015-10-07If you are trespassing, at least close the gate!An obscure law in Mississippi states that if any person opens a gate and leaves it open, without the permission of the owner, he or she shall pay the owner $20.00 for each offense. In addition… Read more »