As a Tennessee resident, you have the right to secure your home, property, personal effects and papers against unreasonable searches and seizures. If you are facing drug charges after law enforcement officials search your home or car, you may hear they had probable...
Month: July 2019
Learn more about your Fourth Amendment rights
You were driving and had to swerve suddenly in the road. You nearly got into an accident, but after correcting your vehicle, you were able to get back into your lane and continue without any further problems.The only issue is that a police officer saw your unusual...
Supporting your spouse when they’re accused of a crime
In any marriage, spouses will need to support each other through the good times and the bad. There will always be situations that have the power to test your relationship, and these may even make you question whether you want to remain married. The future of your...
Is encouraging suicide a crime?
A recent criminal case involving a young man's suicide and his girlfriend's urgings via text has raised an interesting legal question. Can another person be held accountable for encouraging someone's suicide? While at the outset it might seem like that's not...