The Different Degrees of Homicide Charges in Tennessee
If you’re facing a homicide charge, your life has seriously changed from what it was like before. You’re under a huge amount of stress, and are scared of what your future will be like. There are several different types of homicide charges. Each type of charge is different, with its own rules and specific details.…
Read MoreWhat to Do If You’re Wrongfully Accused of a Crime in Tennessee
Being wrongfully accused of a crime is a nightmare scenario. One minute, you’re living your life; the next, you’re facing charges for something you didn’t do. It’s frustrating, terrifying, and unfair. It’s also far more common than you might think. Arrests in Tennessee: Troubling trends Tennessee is serious about crime. According to the Vera Institute…
Read MoreWhat Happens at a Bail Hearing?
If you or a loved one has been arrested, the first big question is whether you’ll be released while the case moves through the system. That’s where bail hearings come in. If granted bail – which you will be in the vast majority of cases – you could be released until the trial commences. However,…
Read MoreWhat are Drug-Related Conspiracy Charges in Tennessee?
Drug-related conspiracy charges in Tennessee can lead to serious legal consequences for anyone who is caught purchasing or selling any amount of illegal drugs. It is common for someone purchasing a small amount of drugs to be charged in the conspiracy and face huge felony charges. Purchasing half a gram could lead to charges for…
Read MoreWhen ‘Stand Your Ground’ Laws Apply in Tennessee: Can You Use Force in Self-Defense?
Self-defense is one of our basic rights. However, the law has specific standards for when you have the right to use force in self-defense. This is where “Stand Your Ground” laws come in. These laws, which we have in Tennessee, allow a person to use force – even deadly force – in some situations. It’s…
Read MorePrescription Drug Charges: What Happens if You’re Caught with Medication Without a Prescription?
Prescription drugs are designed to help people manage pain, mental health issues, and a full range of medical conditions. However, possessing these medications without a valid prescription can lead to serious legal trouble. Many people don’t realize how strict the laws are when it comes to prescription drugs. Here in Nashville, getting caught with prescription…
Read MoreIssues with DUI Breathalyzers or Blood Tests
Breathalyzers and blood tests are often used to prove that a person committed a DUI (driving under the influence). However, these tests are fallible. It’s not uncommon for either type of test to result in questionable accuracy or for administrators of these tests to improperly handle them. If those carrying out the tests didn’t carefully…
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