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...

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Tennessee Senate votes to reform criminal HIV disclosure laws
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...
Tennessee senators debate medical marijuana bill
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...
Should I give the police consent to search my vehicle?
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,...
What do you know about how a DUI affects job prospects?
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...
College football player facing drug charges dismissed from team
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...
Man passed out with engine running faces multiple drug charges
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...
What constitutes possession of a drug?
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...
Man driving lawnmower on a “beer run” charged with DUI
Tennessee’s drunk driving laws cover many different types of conduct, but the basic elements are operating a motor vehicle on a public street under the influence of alcohol. A resident of Newport, TN may have added to the list of illegal behavior when he was arrested...
How does Tennessee law classify controlled substances?
For the purposes of imposing penalties on drug crimes in Tennessee, federal law and state law classifies controlled substances into “Schedules” depending on their potential for abuse and whether there is a legitimate medical use of the drug. A drug crime involving a...