In Tennessee, law enforcement officers cannot pull over a vehicle based on a simple hunch. State and federal constitutional protections require an officer to have reasonable suspicion before initiating a traffic stop. Grounds for initiating a DUI traffic stop A DUI...
A DUI arrest can be confusing when a driver believes they were not impaired. In Tennessee, DUI law covers driving under the influence of alcohol, marijuana, controlled substances, drugs or other substances that impair the ability to safely operate a vehicle. A breath...
A Hobbs Act robbery charge is a federal prosecution alleging that someone unlawfully took or attempted to take property through actual or threatened force, violence or fear in a way that affected interstate commerce. In Memphis, that can turn a holdup at a business,...
An assault charge in Tennessee can quickly turn into a much bigger legal problem. Simple assault usually means minor injuries, unwanted physical contact or a simple threat. When specific facts exist, prosecutors can upgrade the charge to aggravated assault. This...
Embezzlement happens when someone in a position of trust steals money or property they manage for someone else. Think bookkeepers, financial managers or trusted employees who quietly move company funds into their own pockets. Such cases in Tennessee fall under the...
An assault allegation may create greater uncertainty when only the people involved know what occurred. Even so, the absence of an independent observer rarely determines what happens in court. If you are facing an assault charge, knowing how prosecutors may satisfy...
Tennessee has not yet legalized recreational marijuana. People can still be arrested and face serious criminal charges merely for possession of marijuana products. However, the same is not true in other nearby states, such as Illinois or Ohio. They have recreational...
In some cases where a person is accused of a serious crime, an eyewitness comes forward. Maybe someone has been accused of murder or manslaughter, for example, and an eyewitness places them at the scene of the crime. The witness watched the event take place and picks...
Learning that a loved one has been arrested can feel overwhelming, especially if you have never dealt with the criminal justice system before. While every case is different, understanding what generally happens next can help you support your loved one, avoid common...
An arrest can dismantle the ordinary rhythm of your life within minutes. Fear, disorientation and uncertainty about whom to trust often follow immediately. The subsequent hours proceed rapidly, and decisions made during that period may influence the trajectory of your...
