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Not all individuals who face drug charges will necessarily enter the justice system. The State of Tennessee acknowledges that some people caught in possession of drugs have a substance abuse problem. Recovery courts may be an alternative to traditional legal...
If you face charges due to alleged drunk driving and you are under the age of 21, it is essential to understand how this could impact your life. Aside from resulting in immediate consequences, such as penalties imposed by the court, these charges could also come back...
When stopped by law enforcement, no one wants to potentially incriminate him or herself and risk a ticket or worse, an arrest. To avoid possibly giving the authorities evidence to use against them, many drivers consider refusing requests to submit to blood alcohol...
During the HIV epidemic in the '80s and '90s, many states utilized the force of law to contain outbreaks—including punitive measures against those with HIV in certain situations. Today, society has a different, less stigmatized view of the disease but state laws...
At the time of writing, a total of 36 states have opted to legalize cannabis in some form or another. For the other states, that means taking a look at their own cannabis laws and deciding whether to join the pack or not. As WTVC News reports, Tennessee lawmakers had...
The sight of flashing lights and the sound of a police siren behind you could mean that a police officer wants to stop you and ask you some questions. The officer may even check inside your vehicle and seize what the officer believes is evidence of a crime. However,...
Tennessee law enforcement recently hit you with DUI charges, but you still want to move forward with your job search. Could the encounter prevent you from qualifying for your dream job? Chron explains how a DUI disqualifies you from specific roles. Learn how to...
In Tennessee, people of all ages can face problematic consequences if they are arrested on drug charges. For some, those challenges start even before they have dealt with the charges in any way. Job loss, problems with their school and extracurricular activities are...
People who are arrested for drug violations in Tennessee could be confronted with charges for its sale, distribution and trafficking. In some cases, however, they are simply caught having used drugs and are in possession of it. If they are in an automobile at the...
Drug possession is a serious crime that can have long-term consequences on the life of a Tennessee resident. When an individual is charged with possession of a drug, they should understand what legal rights they have and what consequences may befall them if they are...