When an individual is accused of a crime, state laws usually controls the charges and potential penalties. However, federal laws can also come into play, and they can involve stiffer penalties. This can be the case for drug crimes, where federal laws often carry...
Those who are convicted of drunk driving in Tennessee know how steep the penalties can be. Drunk driving is a serious offense that can lead to prison time, an ignition interlock device, license revocation, and high fines.This past Thursday, the Tennessee Supreme Court...
Since his capture last month, the largest drug kingpin referred to as El Chapo has been front and center in the public eye.He currently sits in a Mexican prison, as both Mexican officials and U.S. authorities battle over his custody. So where will he end up? U.S. law...
Many Memphis residents are likely concerned about the high crime rate in their city. Sometimes, it can seem like every newspaper story or television report involves a violent crime such as murder. Because Memphis residents are so tired of violent crime in their city...
When a Memphis resident faces felony crime accusations it can be a very serious matter. Hiring a criminal defense attorney can be a good move in order to make sure the defendant's voice is heard.When a person is charged with a crime they are often scared and don't...
Many concerns and questions go through an individual's mind when a person is arrested. It might not be entirely clear to them what the person is being accused of. Moreover, the allegations could be severe, making the potential consequences rather harsh. Federal...
The U.S. Supreme Court recently handed down a ruling that offers hope for individuals serving life behind bars for indiscretions committed as teens. The decision piggybacks off of a 2012 U.S. Supreme Court ruling. Four years ago, SCOTUS struck down a law that allowed...
In Memphis, drunk driving is a serious crime. Police are always on the lookout for those who appear to be driving while drunk. If a person is convicted of drunk driving there can be very serious penalties including license suspension.A driver suspected of being drunk...
Because businesses in Tennessee and other states in the United States can greatly impact interstate and even foreign commerce, if it is believed that a business is engaging in certain illegal activities, this could lead to charges of a federal crime. Racketeering is...
Most Memphis residents have heard of using fingerprints to catch a criminal. Many people have their prints on file with the police department. But are fingerprints actually enough to convict a person of a crime? For those facing an arrest this can make the difference...
