Month: November 2025

Why do so many defendants negotiate plea deals?

On Behalf of Bailey, Womble & Yelton | Nov 23, 2025 | Criminal Defense

Many people accused of a crime insist they are innocent. However, a review of nationwide criminal proceedings indicates that a significant majority of defendants plead guilty. Specifically, they negotiate plea deals -- also known as plea bargains -- with the...

How do judges split custody in a Mississippi divorce scenario?

On Behalf of Bailey, Womble & Yelton | Nov 19, 2025 | Family Law

Divorce requires that people who previously shared their lives separate everything. One spouse may move out of the marital home. The spouses have to split up their property. They also have to work out a custody arrangement if they share minor children. For parents,...