If your loved one is on the autism spectrum and is pulled over or accused of driving under the influence (DUI) in Tennessee, it can be a traumatic, confusing, and legally complex event....
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Is It Legal for Police to Fly a Drone Over Your Backyard Without a Warrant in Tennessee?
Smart speakers have become an integral part of everyday life. Devices like Amazon Echo, Google Nest, and Apple HomePod now control thermostats, play music, answer questions, and even lock doors. But...
Can You Be Charged for What Your Smart Home Device Hears? Tennessee Law and IoT Evidence
Smart speakers have become an integral part of everyday life. Devices like Amazon Echo, Google Nest, and Apple HomePod now control thermostats, play music, answer questions, and even lock doors. But...
What Happens If You Refuse to Unlock Your Phone for Police in Tennessee?
In today’s digital age, your smartphone holds a deeply personal archive—photos, messages, apps, location history, and even your heartbeat. So, what happens if police ask for access to your phone...
Can Snapchat Messages or TikTok Comments Be Used Against a Teen in Court?
It may feel like what happens on social media stays on social media. But for teens caught in legal trouble, that couldn’t be further from the truth. As law enforcement adapts to the digital age,...
Arrested for DUI After Sleeping in a Car: A Real 2025 Tennessee Case and What It Means for You
On a cool September night in 2023 a North Knox County resident parked his Toyota Tundra, leaned the driver’s seat back, and shut his eyes. Eighteen months later—on April 16, 2025—a jury needed just...
What Tennessee Parents Must Do Within 24 Hours After Their Child’s Arrest
Receiving the news that your child has been arrested is a deeply distressing experience. Panic, confusion, and fear often dominate initial reactions. However, the actions parents take in the first...
Can a Passenger Be Charged for an Open Container in Tennessee?
You're headed out with friends, maybe to a cabin or concert. Someone cracks open a beer in the backseat, thinking it’s no big deal. After all, they’re not driving. But in Tennessee, that could be a...
How Search Warrants for Age of Consent Cases Are Issued in Tennessee—And What They Can Access
When allegations of violating Tennessee's age of consent laws arise, investigations can quickly escalate. One powerful tool used by law enforcement in these cases is the search warrant....
What If Both Parties Lied About Their Age?
What If Both Parties Lied About Their Age? The Double-Victim Problem in Tennessee Consent Law Understanding Tennessee’s Age of Consent Law and Its Exceptions What happens when two teenagers both...