A Madison attorney got herself into some trouble with the law not once, but twice recently. Madison police arrested Mindy McKay-Morton on September 9, 2023 and charged her with DUI refusal to take test. However, it would not be her last arrest in the city of Madison.
The police report states someone reported a white SUV was "carelessely driving" on Highway 463. An officer found the vehicle and stopped McKay-Morton. The incident took place at 3 PM. Officer Tucker Millican stated in his report:
The suspect's husband arrived at the scene and took possession of the family dog as well as her vehicle. Millican charged McKay-Morton with DUI 1st refusal and only gave her a written warning for careless driving. However, the police report states the suspect was somewhat resistant at the police station.
McKay-Morton told the police she used to be a Rankin County public defender.
She pleaded guilty on April 11, 2024 in Madison Municipal Court where she entered the non-adjudication program. She was fined $788, required to get an interlock device on her vehicle for 120 days, complete MASEP, and participate in the victim impact panel. The final adjudication date was October 10, 2024.
Fast forward to September 24. A hit and run accident took place at the intersection of Highway 463 and Galleria Parkway. The driver of one car described the fleeing vehicle to police. Gluckstadt police caught up with Mckay-Morton traveling north on the Galleria Parkway in her Mercedes-Benz SUV. She was arrested and taken to the Madison Police Department. MPD charged McKay-Morton with leaving the scene of an accident, DUI refusal, disorderly conduct, driving on a suspended driver's license, and simple assault on a police officer. Sources say the alleged assault took place during booking.
The defendant is 43 years old. She is scheduled to appear in Madison Municipal Court on December 19.
46 comments:
Call an Uber. Dang.
Sure glad she using Medicinal Marijuana. Seems to help, not.
Get out of Madison while you can!
oh no the party may finally be ending her! Some one please remind her she’s not in the sorority house in Miami anymore!
Just goes to show that one doesn't have to be smart, to be a lawyer. Lawyers hardly ever totally pay for their crimes. Maybe this time will prove me wrong.
The Mississippi Bar has a well-run Lawyers and Judges Assistance Program. I hope the Bar will step in and provide this dope-head/lush some assistance.
3:26 and 3:59 Speaking of intoxicated lawyers in Madison
County, ...............
"The Mississippi Bar has a well-run Lawyers and Judges Assistance Program. I hope the Bar will step in and provide this dope-head/lush some assistance." If it's handled as well as Carlos the Clown's issues are handled, no sweat, she'll walk with no punishment.
Just goes to show how lenient DUI cases are treated in this state. She got off with a slap on the wrist the first time. Could have killed someone the second time. I guess legislators set it up that way for when they are caught DUI.
3:31 is correct. In addition, since this is her second time, the Bar will probably suspend her from the practice of law until such time as she completes her time in rehabilitation, and is able to demonstrate that she has her addiction under control.
My understanding is that field sobriety tests (FST) are not required in MS, only in-custody tests at the station/hospital. Can someone explain? Thanks.
There is a reason that it is called "the bar" in the legal profession.
How does this happen a 2nd time and now a felony?
Not a felony. Third offense is.
Kingfish correct but one of her new charges is a felony for kicking the police officer.
Under MS law Portable Breath Tests (PBT) are not required, period.
5:41 said, "Kingfish correct but one of her new charges is a felony for kicking the police officer."
She kicked a cop?! There is stupid and there is stoooo-pid.
"The Mississippi Bar has a well-run Lawyers and Judges Assistance Program. I hope the Bar will step in and provide this dope-head/lush some assistance."
If a lawyer or a judge has a substance abuse problem, pot, pills or alcohol they should be disbarred. Judges especially and they should be kicked off the bench. PERMANENTLY
Who are they to defend, prosecute or pass sentence on any one when they're no better they the person brought before them?
There are many good attorneys and judges that are living with addiction. Doctors and pharmacists, too. People don't lose their worth when they fight addiction. I am glad life has been good to you @8:28. Happy Thanksgiving.
99% of lawyers make the other 1% look bad….
I notice how, curiously, lawyers, cops, and politicians almost to a man refuse any tests of sobriety or BAC while the regular workaday mopes almost always submit. Does the former know something the latter doesn’t, reckon?
Sounds as if most of you are assuming alcohol. No test has revealed alcohol presence or alcohol intoxication in this latest event. The approved use of medical cannabis (in any of its forms) does not indicate an addiction, as one of you clowns suggested.
Persons with drug or alcohol dependency (addictions) are not approved for medical cannabis in Mississippi.
Clutch those pearls, kick back and enjoy your vodka, people.
I knew a man who had a Bible on his coffee table. The Bible, once opened, revealed a cutout which held a half pint of vodka.
She’s still driving all over the place.
@7:34 - I understand that refusal to blow is the standard advice given by DUI defense lawyers. It's harder for the state to prove its case if its only evidence is the officer's personal observation of the driver.
Typical cop Pulled her out of the vehicle because of the “smell” what a lie. That’swas his excuse but no alcohol was found just gummies. Should be thrown out.
Unlike alcohol, there is no test to prove a person is intoxicated by THC. The test only shows recent use, not current intoxication over a specified limit. So how could anyone be convicted of DUI for marijuana?
Don’t know much about the law and way too much about being a drunk/addict. The substance controls you, your decisions and just about everything else in your life. I hope this young woman gets the help she needs and the wisdom to use it. Doesn’t mean she should avoid the consequences but I do hope she gets and keeps the monkey off her back. Even after three decades,
I’m shocked that every single day gets better after sobriety.
Keep in mind people were reporting her driving to the police. It wasn't as if they were targeting her.
Doesn't really matter here. She refused the test.
I've always heard that "refusal to blow" will get you arrested and taken in THEN you WILL need a lawyer. Remember, they don't get paid for giving free advice whether it be good advice or bad advice. They all suck.
"McKay-Morton told the police she used to be a Rankin County public defender. "
This may explain a few things about Rankin County.......
This is all you need to know: she’s an attorney. She lives in Madison. She’s white, blonde, and pretty. I think we know how this will go.
What an entitled imbecile. The nerve of these arrogant people to repeatedly risk the lives of others on the road is disgusting.
"99% of lawyers make the other 1% look bad" is my new favorite comment ever 7:31am.
Impairment is the only issue. Plenty of evidence here for a trier of fact to find her guilty. Prediction: she takes 2 firsts in a plea and they drop the felony. Judge will give drug testing etc.
But who will be her attorney ?
She’s a good person, I know her personally but haven’t seen her for years. She’s obviously going through something and I pray she will figure it out and turn her life around. She’s going to have to be real honest with herself and everyone around her. She has a small child that she needs to get it together for. Her heart is pure though.
Prayers for her.
Not to disagree but, I disagree with you. At one point they made a conscious decision to do the drug or drink to much. People need to take responsibility for their actions and stop acting like they are helpless against addiction.
Lots of people in prison with pure hearts according to their friends and family.
But if her DUI ass kills my loved one, she and her pure heart can rot in prison.
Adults have choices, and I hope she chooses to get help before she murders an innocent person that was not offered a choice.
Doesn't sound like she is anywhere near admitting she has a problem, so I hope those that care about her take her keys in the meantime.
Fighting and continuing the same behavior are two separate things. She has continued on this path and not taken any responsibility for her actions. Look where she is now.
Let’s remember, she was charged with a DUI, not convicted. We all make mistakes. She made one for sure but she can learn from it and life goes on.
There is not one person on this tread that hasn’t doesn’t something stupid so get off the high horses guys
I agree
Neither are field sobriety tests of any kind. This includes an officer telling you follow the flashlight to left and right in order to check your pupils. You can refuse all of these tests without consequence and can refuse the 'station' test WITH consequence. And, obviously, you can refuse to answer such questions as, Have you been drinking and How many drinks have you had. As well as questions about your medications.
Kingfish
Doesn't really matter here. She refused the test.
Actually, it DOES matter if the charge is driving under the influence of medical cannabis (since it was found in the vehicle). No test indicates the current influence of cannabis.
@11:28 you must not know anyone who has battled addiction, along with yourself. Consider yourself lucky. Addiction is real and it is a monster and will push you to rock bottom and blast right through it. It’s not a moral thing. It’s a disease.
Earlier Posted: "This is all you need to know: she’s an attorney. She lives in Madison. She’s white, blonde, and pretty. I think we know how this will go."
Have no idea what you're suggesting. Memory has it that this blog has featured more than one MadCo pretty, white, blonde arrested and convicted for DUI.
If she skates, it will depend on the charge. If the charge is DUI refusal based on Cannabis speculation, she's not going to be convicted.
If the charge relates to careless and wreckless, no officer observed that.
If the charge is possession of a controlled substance, that won't fly either.
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