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A law enforcement officer arrested Maurice Vaughn a few years ago and charged him with felony gun possession. The problem was that the office obtained evidence by impounding and searching the car without probable cause. Because a federal judge ruled that the officer...
Statutes of limitations are an important element in criminal law. It serves as a time limit for legal actions against an individual accused of committing a crime. These legal provisions significantly impact the justice system and the rights of defendants and victims....
Tennessee’s rules on driving under the influence (DUI) are like those found in other U.S. states. An officer can charge you with DUI if during a roadside test your blood alcohol levels hit .08% or more. If convicted, the driver faces a list of penalties including...
In the U.S., over 20 million people have a substance abuse disorder. Among those 20 million people, almost 40% struggle with drug use. If you or a loved one recently faced drug-related charges, it is possible SUD could be the underlying factor. SUD can disrupt your...
It usually makes sense to think of an arrest as the beginning of your criminal defense case. In fact, you might be able to start forming a strategy as early as you become aware of the possibility of an investigation, in some cases. Every action you take and statement...
Current Tennessee law sets the age of criminal responsibility at 18. If House Bill 1029 passes, the state will lower that age to 17. If the law passes, a 17-year-old facing any criminal charge will face the adult court system instead of going through the juvenile...
Even though drug use can seem like a personal matter, it often has wide-sweeping effects on others. For that reason, according to the Tennesse Department of Health, the state has an interest in promoting healthy communities and individual lifestyles. There are a...
If Tennessee traffic stops make you feel uneasy, you are in good company. For many people, seeing those blue lights flashing in the rearview leads to immediate anxiety, even if they are not doing anything wrong. However, knowing your legal rights with regard to search...
Drug addiction can lead you to do things that cause shame and hardship. Involvement in drug crimes can interfere with your relationships and your career. ' If you continue to ignore the problems that drugs create in your life, you may never enjoy freedom again. Seeing...
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...