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...
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...
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...
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? The Double-Victim Problem in Tennessee Consent Law Understanding Tennessee’s Age of Consent Law and Its Exceptions What happens when two teenagers both...
Cited for Alcohol at a Tennessee Rest Stop? Here’s What Drivers Need to Know Many travelers stop at rest areas across Tennessee to nap, eat, or stretch their legs—but what if you have alcohol in...
Understanding the Role of Forensic Phone Analysis in Age of Consent Defense Cases In an era where smartphones are central to how people communicate, courts are increasingly turning to forensic phone...
The TikTok Trap: How Teens Are Getting Caught in Federal Sex Crime Charges for Online ‘Clout’ Content Viral Fame Meets Criminal Law TikTok thrives on sensationalism, with teens regularly pushing...
How Long Do You Have to File a Criminal Appeal in Federal Court? When a federal criminal conviction is handed down, the clock starts ticking for the defendant. The right to appeal is one of the most...
Your Smartwatch Could Be Used Against You in a DUI Case: Wearable Tech and Digital Evidence in 2025 The Problem: Your Wrist Might Be a Witness When most people think about evidence in a DUI case,...