Those who make the mistake of driving while under the influence in Tennessee know that they could potentially face serious consequences. Drunk driving is not tolerated by the public or law enforcement, and a conviction can lead to long-term consequences. In addition...
Month: June 2015
The penalties for marijuana related acts in Tennessee
Some residents in Tennessee may have engaged in the use of marijuana at least once in his or her life. While marijuana may seem harmless - with the states such as Colorado even legalizing recreational use - in the state of Tennessee it is still an illegal drug. A...
Is there a statute of limitations for Federal Crimes?
Before we delve into whether federal crimes are subject to a statute of limitations lets define what the phrase statute of limitations means. Simply put, a statute of limitations defines a legally proscribed period of time that, if not fully elapsed, will allow for a...
How does the federal crime process work?
Not all crimes are considered a federal offense. In order for the federal authorities to get involved, a crime must violate established federal law or be committed against the federal government or federal government-related officials. A bank heist can be considered a...
Does a breathalyzer provide accurate results?
When a person is pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving in the Memphis area, they are often administered a breathalyzer test. The test is used to determine what a driver's blood alcohol content or BAC level is and if it's too high for them to legally be driving....