If a person finds themselves in the position of having to go to court for an alleged crime such as driving while intoxicated, or a related charge in Tennessee, it would likely benefit them to have a criminal defense attorney fighting for their rights.The ramifications...
Last week we discussed what reasonable suspicion is in regards to a DUI stop in Memphis. This week we will discuss probable cause for an arrest for suspected DUI. A DUI charge is serious and can result in high fines, license revocation and other penalties, so they...
Being arrested for drunk driving is a serious offense in Memphis. Those who are convicted of a DUI charge face high fines, license revocation, and other penalties. But in order for a person to be stopped on suspicion of drunk driving there needs to be reasonable...
Some Memphis residents might be used to frequent crime reports. Every day, it may seem there are more and more reports of shootings, robberies and other violent crime. For those accused of such crimes could face a criminal record that will follow him or her for the...
It is illegal in the state of Tennessee to physically abuse any current or former family members. The same also applies to any current or former romantic partners. To do so would be to commit domestic assault. Domestic assault is the criminal term that is used in...
Those who make the mistake of driving while under the influence in Tennessee know that they could potentially face serious consequences. Drunk driving is not tolerated by the public or law enforcement, and a conviction can lead to long-term consequences. In addition...
Some residents in Tennessee may have engaged in the use of marijuana at least once in his or her life. While marijuana may seem harmless - with the states such as Colorado even legalizing recreational use - in the state of Tennessee it is still an illegal drug. A...
Before we delve into whether federal crimes are subject to a statute of limitations lets define what the phrase statute of limitations means. Simply put, a statute of limitations defines a legally proscribed period of time that, if not fully elapsed, will allow for a...
Not all crimes are considered a federal offense. In order for the federal authorities to get involved, a crime must violate established federal law or be committed against the federal government or federal government-related officials. A bank heist can be considered a...
When a person is pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving in the Memphis area, they are often administered a breathalyzer test. The test is used to determine what a driver's blood alcohol content or BAC level is and if it's too high for them to legally be driving....
