Anytime a Memphis resident turns on the news, a crime of some nature is mentioned. So what do all of those criminal charges mean? In the following paragraphs we will break down the three general types of criminal charges that a person may face.There are three general...
Memphis residents have little tolerance for sex crimes such as rape. These crimes are usually very emotional and even a mere allegation can ruin a person's professional and personal reputation.A 19-year-old man was charged with aggravated rape from an incident that...
If you've been arrested for a crime such as identity theft you may feel like everyone is against you. With the rising instances of identity theft around Memphis, these crimes can carry long-term consequences. It can help to have a strong criminal defense to advocate...
Memphis residents who are facing an arrest for drug charges can feel confused and frightened. Drug crimes include a large variety of offenses including possession of a small amount of marijuana to transporting large amount of cocaine across state lines.If convicted of...
Recently a Shelby County man had his truck and thousands of dollars of lawn equipment stolen from his home. The homeowner woke up one morning last week to discover that his truck was missing, along with a trailer that contained over $13,000 of lawn equipment. Shortly...
Murder is the most serious crime a person can commit in Memphis. The act of killing another person can guarantee a long prison sentence and the loss of a good personal and professional reputation. The public does not tolerate those who are even accused of murder.A...
Police officers in Memphis generally have a good reputation. They keep the community safe and offer a sense of security for Memphis residents. However, even the most respected of community members can face serious criminal charges such as murder.A man who was a Shelby...
Driving in Memphis comes with the usual obstacles and hazards, such as distracted drivers, speeders and road construction. But, drivers usually do not encounter people trying to run them off the road. Recently, a robbery occurred in Memphis after a woman was allegedly...
Being accused of a crime can affect more than just a criminal charge. No matter how serious the crime may be, the suspect and his or her family could endure social, employment and personal losses. Furthermore, being arrested for a violent crime could lead to harsh...
Memphis residents hope to raise their families in relatively safe neighborhoods . Unfortunately, as in all cities, residents cannot prevent all unsafe activity and crimes such as robbery does occur. Memphis police try to make sure those responsible for the crimes are...
