January Recap: Case Wins, Court Appearances & a Rare Snow Day

As we close out January, we’re taking a moment to reflect on what has been a busy and successful month for McCormick Lawrence, PLLC. From securing dismissals and negotiating reduced charges to appearing in courts across the Gulf Coast, our team has been hard at work fighting for our clients.

59 Cases Closed – A Month of Resolutions

We were able to successfully close 59 different cases this month, with 40 outright dismissals. Many of our other cases resulted in positive outcomes, including:

• Some cases were passed to the files (PTF), meaning charges will be dropped if the client stays out of trouble or completes certain court-ordered requirements.
• Some clients were placed on probation, avoiding jail time and giving them a second chance.
• Several felony charges being reduced to misdemeanors, significantly minimizing the long-term impact on our clients.

Breaking Down the Wins

Our work covered a wide range of cases this month, from felonies to misdemeanors, all along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. A few highlights include:

• Weapons & Violent Crimes: We successfully dismissed charges in cases involving possession of a weapon by a convicted felon, simple assault, and even multiple drive-by shooting allegations.
• Drug Cases: Numerous felony drug charges were dismissed or resolved with probation, including cases where our clients faced decades in prison.
• Traffic Offenses & Minor Violations: We resolved dozens of traffic and minor offenses, including DUIs, reckless driving, and speeding, many of which were dismissed entirely.

Where We Went & The Courts We Appeared In

This month, we made appearances in Circuit Courts, Justice Courts, and Municipal Courts across Jackson County, George County, and other courts on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. In addition to resolving cases, we handled:

• Arraignments and Initial Appearances for clients newly indicted with felonies.
• Bond hearings for clients seeking pretrial release.
• Motion hearings and pretrial negotiations to fight for better outcomes.

Our team stayed busy working on cases at every stage of the criminal justice process, ensuring our clients’ rights were defended at every turn.

The Week Everything Shut Down – Gulf Coast Snow Day

While January was packed with court appearances, casework, and victories, one unexpected event brought an unusual slowdown—snow on the Mississippi Gulf Coast! For the first time since 1963, our area experienced significant snowfall, causing courthouses across the Gulf Coast to close for the entire week of January 20. While the weather may have delayed some proceedings, it didn’t slow down our firm’s dedication to preparing and fighting for our clients.

Looking Ahead to February

As we move into February, our firm remains focused on:

• Preparing for several major trials in the coming months.
• Advocating for clients facing new felony charges in bond hearings and early case negotiations.

If you or someone you know needs a dedicated criminal defense team, we’re here to help. Contact McCormick Lawrence, PLLC today for a free consultation.