Memphis Tennessee Criminal Defense Blog
Some of your outside spaces have protection from police searches
The Bill of Rights is a collection of 10 important amendments to the United States Constitution. Each amendment outlines crucial civil rights or protections for individuals in the United States. Most people are familiar with the First and Second Amendments, but...
Restitution and white collar crime: What you need to know
Many people may assume that convicted defendants pay fines and fees and serve a term of imprisonment, and they've done all they need to to make amends for their crime. That's often not the case, however -- particularly when financial crimes are involved. Judges...
3 ways to make a white-collar crime charge worse
Federal authorities dedicate significant resources to tracking down people accused of economic crimes, and defendants are often surprised by the sentences that courts hand down for white-collar crimes. Often, defendants assume that their sentences would be more...
Using mental trauma as a defense to murder
Facing murder charges is one of the most serious types of criminal charges. If convicted, you may face a lifetime in prison. The good news is that everyone has a right to defend themselves. There are so many factors that can lead to a violent and chaotic interaction....
Could participating in drug court be a viable option for you in your drug case?
If you find yourself facing drug charges here in Memphis, then you're likely a bit concerned about the impact a conviction may have on your future. Such an outcome in your case may definitively impact your job or custody of your kids. Your participation in Shelby...
Deadly force could save you and result in charges
Tennessee is a state that does have a Stand Your Ground law. The state law allows people to use deadly force to defend themselves or others if they believe that there is a risk of bodily harm or death to either themselves or others. Like many states with this kind of...
You don’t need to use a real weapon to face aggravated robbery charges
The use of a deadly weapon is usually what separates standard robbery offenses from aggravated robbery charges in Tennessee. Anything from a rifle to a fire ax could be a deadly weapon that strikes fear into the victim of a theft crime and compels them to comply with...
The biggest problem with relying on a public defender in court
While the criminal justice system is too complex for the average person to understand, most people know that those accused of a crime have the right to an attorney. If someone doesn't have enough money in their savings account to hire their own defense attorney,...
When social media “pranks” go wrong, violence and charges can follow
A good joke should be fun for everyone involved. Unfortunately, an entire industry has grown up around pranks that have more shock value than humor. If you play a prank, you need to carefully consider how your actions could be perceived by others -- including your...
Should you have an appellate lawyer on your murder trial team?
When you’re facing serious criminal charges, you really don’t want to contemplate losing at trial -- but you should. Acquittal may be the goal of your trial, but planning your appeal (should you be convicted) is a huge part of your trial process. It’s often wise to...
