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...
Introduction: Why This Question Matters Being arrested in Tennessee—or even held in jail overnight—without clear charges creates confusion, fear, and frustration. Many people ask: How long can...
Facing a First-Time DUI with Property Damage in Tennessee? Understanding the Added Consequences of DUI-Related Property Damage Getting charged with driving under the influence is a stressful and...
The attorney you choose in a criminal case shapes every decision, argument, and outcome that follows. When the attorney-client relationship breaks down, continuing without change can be risky. In...
Imagine your world turning upside down on an ordinary drive home. You suddenly feel dizzy, confused, and shaky—maybe your vision blurs or your heart races. Before you know it, red and blue lights...
In Tennessee, the difference between a routine DUI and a life-changing felony can come down to just a few decimal points. With recent changes in state law, a blood or breath test reading of 0.15%...
Tennessee’s new 0.15 percent BAC benchmark for aggravated vehicular assault and aggravated vehicular homicide took effect on July 1, 2025. A driver who registers 0.15 percent—five points lower than...
Introduction: a quick swab that rewrites DUI stops in Tennessee On May 5, 2025 Tennessee troopers gained a new tool: a one-minute roadside saliva screen that can flag THC, fentanyl, and scores of...