Being arrested for a serious crime in Tennessee can be a scary process for anyone. Facing charges of rape, sexual violence, DWI, drug charges or violent crimes is a serious matter. When a person has been found guilty of a criminal charge, they have a right to an...
In this country's criminal justice system, those charged with a crime are presumed to be innocent until proven guilty. This scared principle of constitutional law in essence means that a person facing a criminal charge is innocent until the prosecution can prove...
Most Tennessee residents know the dangers of drinking and driving and the penalties a drunk driving conviction can bring. Drunk driving is a serious offense in Tennessee and those who are convicted can face license suspension, fines and other penalties.A statewide...
Memphis residents are familiar with the high rate of crime that affects the city. Law enforcement is always on the lookout for anyone suspected of violent crimes such as carjacking and robbery. Recently a man was arrested in Memphis after an alleged crime spree.On...
For many Memphis residents, prescription drugs are necessary to help with extreme pain and other ailments. Tennessee has strict controlled medication laws that makes it difficult for those who need these medications to get them. And for those who have these...
Tennessee residents may be interested to know that at least 11 people have been indicted by the U.S. Department of Justice on conspiracy charges. The nature of the charges revolved around the accused people allegedly conspiring to possess methamphetamine with the...
When a person is accused of a sex crime in Tennessee, the penalties can be severe if they are convicted. Sex crimes are not tolerated by law enforcement or by the public, and both seem to favor swift penalties for the accused. A person who is accused of such crimes...
Tennessee residents may be interested to know that according to the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Tennessee, federal program fraud and wire fraud charges have been brought against a former Mt. Juliet police sergeant. The 40-year-old former police sergeant...
Being arrested for drunk driving in Tennessee is a frightening occurrence for most people. Police can appear to be out to get you and not listen to your side of the story. If you are convicted, then your personal reputation can be ruined and you may lose your job...
Sex crimes on college campuses have been a hot topic recently. The University of Tennessee has not been immune from scrutiny, and now the federal government is investigating a criminal case involving sexual assault on campus.An individual has filed a complaint against...
