Drug-related offenses can be difficult to navigate, especially when an offense could be classified as more than one crime. In Tennessee, laws are strict and punishments can be severe, so it is critical to understand the differences between crimes and to know when an...
Month: November 2024
Can the police just pull over everyone leaving a bar?
Many people go to a bar with friends, have a few drinks and then drive home when the bar closes or the night wraps up. If they haven’t planned ahead and do not want to call a cab or rideshare vehicle, they may end up driving before their blood alcohol concentration...
Can the police always enter when they have a warrant?
Recently, we discussed limited circumstances when police aren’t required to have a warrant to search a person’s property without their permission. If the police arrive at your home with a warrant, it’s crucial to make sure that it’s valid before letting them in....
What are some defenses to a DUI charge?
If the police charge you with driving under the influence, you would be wise to spend time examining your defense options. While accepting the charge without a fight might seem the simplest option, you will face significant consequences for doing so. Here are a few...
Are you allowed to avoid a sobriety checkpoint?
Most drunk driving arrests happen when police observe evidence of impairment and pull over the car. For instance, they may see a driver straddling the centerline or driving without headlights at night. Once the officer makes the stop, they may smell alcohol or...
Driving under the influence with an expired license: A risky combination
Driving with an expired license is bad enough, but when you add alcohol to the mix, things can get messy. Let us explore the consequences of driving under the influence (DUI) with an expired license in Memphis, Tennessee. The Memphis situation In Memphis, if police...