People need to know their basic civil rights before they have an interaction with law enforcement professionals. After all, you cannot assert your rights when you do not know them. One of the most valuable protections for those facing a criminal investigation is the...
A conviction for a violent crime like murder or assault could have serious legal implications. If you are charged with a violent crime, it is in your best interest that you take action to defend yourself and avoid the harsh penalties that may come with a conviction....
The world can be a scary place. Whether you are out alone or with your loved ones, it is important to know that you can protect yourself and those you care about if there is danger. Carrying a firearm is also essential to enjoying the freedoms that come with the...
Courts have handed down the death penalty as a legal sentence off and on throughout the history of Tennessee. Capital punishment remains a valid sentence even today. However, early in 2022, the governor suspended all executions temporarily to have the lethal...
For someone accused of a criminal offense in Tennessee, few charges are more intimidating than murder charges. First-degree murder, in particular, is so serious that it could result in life in prison. There are typically three penalties that may apply after a guilty...
The courts have to interpret existing laws and apply them to criminal cases, family law matters and civil lawsuits. Sometimes, the courts that initially hear a case make a mistake, at which point either party involved in the matter might appeal the final decision....
You may have heard of the fruit of the poisonous tree. This is a doctrine that is sometimes applied to legal cases, influencing the way that evidence is analyzed in criminal court. If you're facing charges, especially if they're very serious charges for something like...
Murder charges can seriously impact the rest of your life and livelihood. In addition to jail time, having a violent crime like murder attached to your record could make it difficult to move forward after your sentence. It is essential to have a strong defense...
You may be facing criminal charges right now and not be sure if there is anyone who is really going to listen to the truth about what happened. You might feel that it’s necessary to leave out some of the details that don’t make you look good when you talk with others...
If you look at the historic trend for murder rates in the United States, you'll see that it is generally a decline. There are certain times when the rates spike, so it's not a perfectly downward slope, but there is an overall decline over the decades. For instance,...
