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...
Month: March 2021
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...