Drug crimes in Memphis are common. Thousands of people face minor drug charges each year and being convicted on these charges can have serious consequences. A criminal record can be devastating for a person's professional and personal reputation. A diversion may be an...
Violating a probation order is a serious offense in the state of Tennessee. It is as serious as they come and being accused of violating your probation gives one little wiggle room for any mistakes. It is very important to consider having an attorney with the...
Drinking and driving in Memphis is a serious offense. When a person is pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving, they may feel ashamed and embarrassed. A breathalyzer test is often administered by police to determine whether the driver is legally drunk. But, what...
Memphis residents who have been accused of a sex crime such as rape know how serious the charge can be. The mere accusation of such an offense can ruin a person's professional reputation and follow them around forever. Rape is a serious matter, and the public doesn't...
The right to a jury trial and a speedy trial are guaranteed by the Sixth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. In Tennessee, an individual has the right to a trial by jury if he or she is charged with a crime. Generally, a jury is made up of 12 citizens. The selection...
Memphis residents who have been convicted of a crime and spent time in prison may be released from prison on parole. Being released on parole means that the person needs to follow certain guidelines or they can face serious penalties. If a person is found guilty of a...
Many Memphis residents have made a serious mistake sometime in their lives. These mistakes may have cost them their jobs, cost them their family and forced them to spend time in prison. Many people are released from jail or prison on probation, meaning that there are...
Though Federal Immigration Law is different from Tennessee criminal courts, having a criminal record may have a negative impact on a non-U.S. citizen's immigration status. The intersection of criminal law and immigration law is an emerging issue. Currently, if an...
Memphis residents are subjected to media reports of violence every day on the TV. The media constantly runs reports of violence, assaults, shooting and other crimes in Memphis. Those who are accused of these violent crimes can face a public backlash, ruined...
A field sobriety test, also commonly known as a roadside sobriety test is a tool used by law officers to enforce state and federal DUI laws and is normally administered before giving a Breathalyzer test. If an officer of the law suspects that a motorist is impaired...
