Facing a homicide charge can be an incredibly daunting situation. Those facing this issue might be asking, “How can I demonstrate my actions were in self-defense?” This blog explains the criteria for a valid self-defense claim under Tennessee law. It aims to clarify...
If you’re facing criminal charges, it’s very important to explore all of the elements of that charge. This can be beneficial when you are determining what defense strategy will work best in your situation. For instance, what is the role of intent? Maybe an event...
In Tennessee, as with other states, state and federal prosecutors are increasingly pursuing RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act) and conspiracy investigations. You don’t have to be in charge to be at risk of prosecution under these laws. In some...
If you've ever gotten the same prescription from more than one doctor, you might have done what Tennessee law calls doctor shopping. This practice might seem harmless if you're dealing with pain or anxiety. However, under state law, it's a serious offense that can...
Back in 1939, the term white-collar crime was first used. It’s now very common as a classification for certain criminal activities. Often, these involve government officials or business professionals. The reason it’s called white-collar crime is that these are people...
Money laundering is the process of making illegally obtained money appear legitimate. It allows individuals or criminal organizations to disguise the origins of funds linked to illegal activity. From drug trafficking to fraud, financial crime often depends on this...
Homicides occur when someone dies from a non-natural cause. These are typically divided into different categories, two of which are murder and manslaughter. Tennessee has specific classifications in each of these categories that depend on the circumstances surrounding...
You might consider the contents of your garbage bin to be unequivocally "yours" until it is hauled away. But from a legal standpoint, the moment your trash leaves the confines of your immediate property, its status can change dramatically. How far do police powers...
Your home is your safe space, a place where you can relax and enjoy life. That safety might be shaken up if the police show up at your door one day with demands to search it. If that happens, it’s critical that you understand your rights and their responsibilities. ...
Increasingly, state lawmakers across the country are strengthening criminal laws so that people convicted of certain violent and otherwise serious crimes – especially those with multiple convictions – have to serve a minimum sentence. They’re also making it more...
