Business Details
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Jackson Mississippi DUI & Criminal Defense Lawyers
The Franks Law Firm, PLLC, founded in 2014, is a Mississippi-based legal practice dedicated to defending clients facing DUI charges, criminal accusations, and drug-related offenses. Led by Attorney Joey Franks, our team combines extensive courtroom experience with a personalized approach to client representation. With a background in law enforcement and railroad operations prior to practicing law, Joey brings unique insights to building robust defense strategies. We prioritize transparency, client communication, and aggressive advocacy, offering 24/7 availability for urgent legal matters. Our firm's track record demonstrates a commitment to minimizing penalties and protecting clients' rights through meticulous case analysis and trial-ready preparation.We serve clients statewide while maintaining a focus on Jackson, where our office provides accessible legal counsel. Our practice areas include DUI defense, criminal defense, workers' compensation, and personal injury claims, supported by memberships in professional organizations like the National College for DUI Defense and the Mississippi State Bar. We emphasize client education, proactive case management, and leveraging our legal expertise to achieve favorable outcomes, whether through negotiation or litigation.
Services
DUI Defense
Drug Charge Defense
Criminal Defense
Personal Injury
Workers Compensation
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 availability for urgent legal matters
- Our attorney has trial-ready experience since 2014
- We provide personalized case strategy sessions
- We leverage unique law enforcement background insights
- We maintain transparent communication throughout cases
Associations and certifications
- Mississippi State Bar
- National College for DUI Defense
- DUI Defense Lawyers Association
- American Bar Association
What people say
Fantastic attorney
Highly recommend
Excellent representation
Knowledgeable staff
Speedy resolution
Services
DUI Defense
Our DUI defense service challenges evidence through technical analysis of breathalyzer calibration, field sobriety test validity, and procedural compliance. We represent clients facing first-offense through aggravated DUI charges, focusing on license protection and penalty reduction. Our strategies include challenging probable cause for stops and negotiating non-adjudication agreements when possible.
Criminal Defense
We defend against felony and misdemeanor charges including assault, theft, and drug offenses. Our approach includes evidence suppression motions, witness cross-examination, and plea negotiation. We represent clients during investigations, pre-trial proceedings, and courtroom trials while protecting constitutional rights throughout the process.
Drug Charge Defense
Our drug charge defense covers possession, distribution, and paraphernalia cases. We challenge evidence chain-of-custody issues, analyze lab reports, and explore diversion program eligibility. The firm handles both misdemeanor marijuana possession and felony controlled substance cases with focus on minimizing long-term consequences.
Personal Injury
We represent clients in car accident and workplace injury cases, negotiating with insurance companies and pursuing settlements. Our service includes medical bill reduction, evidence collection, and litigation when fair compensation isn't offered, focusing on maximizing client recovery.
Workers Compensation
We assist clients with workers' compensation claims after job-related injuries. Our representation includes filing applications, appealing denials, and negotiating settlements while ensuring clients receive appropriate medical treatment and wage replacement benefits.
People
Joseph R. Franks
Attorney & Founder
Joey Franks, a Mississippi College School of Law graduate (2014), brings railroad industry experience to his legal practice. With memberships in national DUI defense organizations, he focuses on criminal defense, workers' compensation, and personal injury cases while maintaining active trial advocacy.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a DUI arrest in Mississippi?
Contact The Franks Law Firm immediately to request discovery, preserve evidence, and request an extension of driving privileges. Avoid discussing your case with anyone else.
Can first-time DUI charges be reduced in Mississippi?
Mississippi law doesn't allow reduction to lesser offenses, but our firm can negotiate non-adjudication agreements or challenge evidence to minimize consequences.
What are common DUI defense strategies in Mississippi?
We challenge probable cause for stops, question field sobriety test validity, examine breathalyzer calibration records, and analyze officer testimony inconsistencies.
How does the firm handle drug possession charges?
We analyze possession definitions (actual vs. constructive), challenge evidence collection procedures, and explore diversion program eligibility for first-time offenders.
What differentiates The Franks Law Firm from other defense attorneys?
Our unique law enforcement background provides strategic advantages, combined with 24/7 availability, trial-ready preparation, and personalized case strategy sessions.
