Davis & Hoss attorney Janie Varnell featured in the Herald.
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Marsha Brantley Disappearance Case Dismissed, 48 Hours Airs
The disappearance of Marsha Brantley of Cleveland, Tennessee raised suspicions, but there was never any evidence she was a victim of foul play. Her husband, Donnie, was charged twice in the last 8...
Fact Check: Criminal Defense Resources
Listed below are Federal, Georgia and Tennessee legal links. Each link provides up to date information regarding their respective federal and state legal systems. Federal Court & Federal Legal...
Know your ABC’s – Tennessee Misdemeanor Classes
Though termed “misdemeanor”, misdemeanor charges are serious offenses. Misdemeanors can range from speeding to drug possession and domestic assault. Tennessee Class A misdemeanors carry up to 11...
Tennessee governor signs chancery court shake-up into law; opponents question its constitutionality.
"Davis told the Times Free Press that while he thinks House Bill 1130/Senate Bill 843 is both "unworkable" and "irresponsible," he sees a "real problem" in provisions regarding likely challenges to...
Tennessee governor signs chancery court shake-up into law; opponents question its constitutionality.
"Davis told the Times Free Press that while he thinks House Bill 1130/Senate Bill 843 is both "unworkable" and "irresponsible," he sees a "real problem" in provisions regarding likely challenges to...
Nolle prosequi
Nolle Prosequi or nolle pros. as it is typically said is notice that a prosecution is abandoned. This is accomplished by an announcement from the prosecutor that the state no longer intends to move forward.
Open Container Law in Tennessee
Open Container Law in Tennessee The law surrounding drinking alcohol in public is often misunderstood which was highlighted by a recent case of mine: Attorney Jay Perry. An officer sought to...
Lying to Probation Officer is a Federal Crime
Everyone knows that a person has the right to remain silent when faced with questioning by police and most people understand that you have the right to have an attorney present during questioning....
All Charges Against Tawana Blair In 1999 Cleveland Triple Murder
A special judge has dismissed all charges against Tawana "Tart" Blair in the 1999 triple murder in Cleveland, Tn. Judge Jon Kerry Blackwood, in a 13-page ruling, noted that a jury in 2009 had...