Memphis Tennessee Criminal Defense Blog
DUI as a minor: It’s a costly mistake
Driving under the influence, regardless of your age, is a mistake you don’t want to make. Not only can it result in your arrest, but it can affect your personal life, career, finances and so much more. DUI as a minor comes with its own set of challenges. In the state...
Does race still play a role in court?
If there is one thing that you can see in today’s America, it’s that racism is still a problem. Is it, though, a problem in the criminal justice system? While some people believe that racism isn’t present, the truth is that it could play a role in a conviction or the...
Credit card fraud comes in many forms
Credit card fraud is a serious crime with potentially serious penalties. For example, a conviction could result in a possible jail term, a criminal record and a fine that will put your finances at a disadvantage. This white collar crime comes in many forms, including...
Is Tennessee a “stand your ground” state for self-defense claims?
If someone breaks into your house in the middle of the night, physically attacks you, possibly with a weapon, or otherwise poses an imminent threat to you or someone you love, you may need to use physical force to protect yourself and other people. Understanding what...
When death occurs during a felony
Murder cases are often not as clear-cut as simply saying that one person killed another person and then checking to see if they have an alibi or not. They can be incredibly complex. One of the best examples is when a death happens during the commission of a felony. ...
Do the police need a warrant to enter your home?
You may have heard that you do not have to let the police into your house if they don’t have a warrant. If they enter without one, then any evidence they collect after the fact can be thrown out of court because it was illegally collected. Is this true? In most...
State senator charged with stealing $600,000 from non-profit
The federal government provides a great deal of money to support the operations of various non-profit entities that provide services to the public. This money can be an exceptionally tempting target for officers and employees of these organizations. A Tennessee state...
Can claiming intoxication help you defend against charges?
Intent or the mental decision to commit a crime is a critical component in most criminal proceedings. Whether you intended to commit a crime or not can influence whether you get convicted and the penalties that you face after a conviction. Certain situations can...
Woman charged with reckless homicide after 14-year-old dies
A Memphis woman has been charged with reckless homicide after a 14-year-old girl was shot and killed with a gun that the woman knew her juvenile son was carrying. Though the shooting was accidental, the woman admitted to authorities that she had known about the gun...
A police officer may attempt to trick you
The last thing you want is a run-in with a police officer, but this could happen at any point. Worse yet, it could come to the forefront of your life when you’ve done nothing wrong. As frustrating and scary as it may be, you must remain courteous and respectful when...
