If you are facing drug charges, misdemeanor, felony, or other serious criminal charges, and are not pleading guilty, you have the right to a jury trial. A trial jury is a group of 12 people who will hear a case in court and who get to decide whether the defendant is guilty or innocent. In […]
The difference between a misdemeanor and a felony largely has to do with the nature of the crime committed. A felony is a more serious crime that can often result in imprisonment for more than a year, while a misdemeanor might involve more minor crimes. However, even if you are facing misdemeanor charges, the impact […]
If you are thinking of ending your marriage, this might be one of the most difficult times in your life. While divorce is the most common way that individuals end a marriage, annulment is another way couples can end a marriage. However, the legal ramifications of divorce are different than those for annulment, and the […]
Victims of domestic violence are most at risk of suffering serious injury or death when they choose to divorce an abusive partner or when they make the decision to leave a violent relationship. Andrew Sorrentino is a restraining order lawyer in Jackson, Mississippi who may be able to help you seek a restraining order […]
If you’ve been caught either dealing or buying drugs in Jackson, Mississippi, it is important to understand that you are innocent until proven guilty and criminal charges are not the same as a criminal conviction. Police are permitted to use a range of tactics to find drug dealers and drug buyers, but there are limits […]
Andrew Sorrentino is a drunk driving lawyer in Jackson, Mississippi who can evaluate the circumstances of your DUI arrest, look at your driving record, and determine what next steps you may need to take to protect your rights. The consequences of a first-time DUI conviction can include 48 hours in jail, fines up to $1000, […]
There are different types of drug possession. For example, did you know that you can be charged with drug possession even if you don’t have drugs on your person, or if drugs are found on a property under which you have control? The difference between constructive possession and actual possession involves whether you physically were […]
The Law Office of Andrew Sorrentino is a separation agreement lawyer in Jackson, Mississippi that can help you if you are getting separated. Many couples choose to get separated before they get divorced, either because they want to spend some time apart before legally ending their marriage, or because separation confers certain financial benefits. However, […]
Divorce can be one of the most emotionally difficult steps any person might take. Unfortunately, divorce can also be a highly complex process involving the division of assets, debts, property, and decisions about child custody. If you are considering getting divorced, the best thing you can do is to schedule an initial consultation with […]
The Law Office of Andrew Sorrentino is a paternity lawyer in Jackson, Mississippi who can assist you if you have questions about establishing paternity. Paternity is the legal process by which the identity of the child’s father is established. Paternity grants important rights to the child, the mother, and the father. For the Father. Paternity […]
