Your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is a measurement of the total amount of alcohol in your blood at any given time. The law has established that the legal limit is a BAC of 0.08%. If you are over this limit, then they can assume that you were impaired by the...
Month: February 2024
Make silence your superpower amid allegations of violent crime
Being questioned about a violent crime like assault or murder can be nothing short of terrifying. Your instinct might be to explain yourself, clear your name and escape the situation. However, when it comes to law enforcement questioning, your right to remain silent...
3 times police officers can lawfully enter a home without permission
Someone's home is their castle, and they deserve to feel safe in their residence. People can enjoy privacy within their own homes and should not have to worry about other people gaining access to the property without their consent. Of course, there are certain...
Why do people steal from their employers?
Employees may steal from their employers. In some cases, it’s a minor issue, such as taking office supplies home. In other cases, it’s a major issue, such as the theft of electronics. In still other cases, it could be a widespread embezzlement scheme involving...
The key differences between drug possession and trafficking
Drug possession and drug trafficking are both crimes in Tennessee, but they are each separate crimes with separate elements that the prosecution needs to prove for the court to convict you of either crime. However, the severity of the crimes varies significantly,...
Understanding DUI manslaughter in Tennessee
Tennessee recognizes DUI manslaughter as vehicular homicide. However, it does have specific laws that take into consideration the role of alcohol in the incident. Vehicular homicide is a serious offense that recognizes when a person operates a vehicle under the...