Mississippi Crimes

Even if you do not qualify for a protective order, the abuser may have committed a crime. If you call the police, they may arrest the abuser and you may get a restraining order against them through the criminal court. Remember that even if you do have a protective order, you can still report the abuser to the police if you believe they committed a crime against you.

In our Abuse Using Technology section, you can learn the types of behaviors that are considered a misuse of technology. Some of these behaviors might be recognized as a crime depending on the specific laws of your state.

What are some crimes that the abuser may have committed in Mississippi?
If I am the victim of a crime, where can I get additional help in Mississippi?

What are some crimes that the abuser may have committed in Mississippi?

Here is a list of some possible crimes in Mississippi that the abuser may have committed. You can click on the links to read the legal definition of each crime on our State Statutes page:

If I am the victim of a crime, where can I get additional help in Mississippi?

The Mississippi Bureau of Victim Assistance (BOVA) was established to provide statewide assistance to victims of crime. Their advocates assist with victims’ rights, crisis intervention, crime victim compensation, and other advocacy and support services.  You can call them at 601-359-6766.

The Mississippi Department of Corrections lists the Crime Victims’ Bill of Rights as well as information on how to register for the VINE program, which allows a crime victim to be notified prior to an inmate’s release.

If you are a victim of domestic violence and have been charged with a crime, you can go to our Abuse Victims Charged with Crimes page.

Other organizations for victims of crime are listed on our National Organizations - Crime Victims page.