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...
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How Long Can Police Hold You Without Charges in Tennessee?
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?
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...
Can You Change Lawyers Mid-Case in Tennessee?
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...
Was It a Medical Episode—Or DUI? What to Do If Police Misread Your Symptoms
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...
0.14 or 0.15? Why Just a Few Points on Your DUI Test Could Change Everything in Tennessee
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%...
A Game-Changing 0.15 % BAC Threshold Arrives in Tennessee Felony DUI Law (Effective July 1 2025)
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...
Oral-Fluid DUI Tests Arrive in Tennessee: How the New ‘Spit Test’ Could Change Traffic Stops
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...
Tennessee’s 2025 Law: Machine Gun Possession Now a Class C Felony
Introduction Recent changes in Tennessee gun laws significantly impact firearm ownership, specifically regarding machine guns. Effective in 2025, the possession of a machine gun has been...
Ticketed While Visiting Tennessee? What Drivers Need to Know
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...