Introduction In Tennessee, most criminal cases begin in state court. Local police make the arrest, county prosecutors file the charges, and defendants prepare to deal with the case under Tennessee...
When a student is caught with drugs at school in Tennessee, the fallout can be overwhelming for families. It’s not just a matter of breaking a school rule. An incident like this can quickly spiral...
Why Vehicular Manslaughter DUI Charges Matter in Tennessee Most people assume that a first offense will bring leniency. In Tennessee, that assumption does not apply when impaired driving leads to a...
Probation is often viewed as a second chance, an opportunity to serve a sentence in the community instead of behind bars. But in Tennessee, the meaning of probation and the consequences of violating...
A recent fatal U-turn crash in Florida involving a tractor-trailer raised urgent questions for truck drivers across the Southeast. Tennessee commercial drivers who cross state lines want to know...
A traffic ticket may look small at first glance, but in Tennessee, ignoring it creates serious problems. When you fail to pay the fine or skip your court date, the court does not forget. Instead,...
In Tennessee, the penalties for driving under the influence (DUI) have always been severe. But in 2025, the consequences become even more dire—especially if there’s a child in the car. These new...
Most people assume that only those who personally commit a crime can be convicted. If someone robs a store, then the robber should face charges—end of story. But Tennessee law makes it more...
Introduction: Facing Driving Under the Influence Reinstatement Costs in Tennessee For many people in Tennessee, the hardest part of a DUI conviction comes after the court hearing. The fine from the...
The criminal justice system often struggles when it comes to defendants with serious mental illness. Many people in Tennessee with mental health issues go in and out of jails. They do not get the...