Posts by Rodger Waynick
When ‘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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