Being charged with a domestic violence crime in Covington, TN can be a stressful, anxious ordeal, particularly for someone who has never been in trouble before.  Not only do you have to go through being arrested, taken to jail, and making bond, you must then navigate the court system.  A first-time offender would naturally be at…

If you’ve been arrested for a DUI in Germantown, TN or in the Memphis area, you’re probably worried about what this means to your future.  You’re right to be concerned, because DUI convictions in Tennessee carry significant penalties.  A first offense DUI conviction requires a minimum of 48 hours in jail, and in some cases…

If you’ve been charged with a crime in Fayette County, TN and have to go to court in Somerville, you may be seeking information about what happens next. Being arrested and charged with a crime is an embarassing, stressful experience. There are so many uncertainties and questions. What is going to happen when I go…

Memphis speeding tickets have been on the rise lately.  Over the last few months I’ve observed it in my daily driving around town.  I’ve seen more Memphis police by the side of the road or in speed traps, pointing their radar guns at passing cars.  I’ve also seen more traffic stops.  Additionally, as a Memphis…

The authorities in Tipton County, Tennessee and the city of Covington prosecute shoplifting and theft cases fully.  This article will explain the laws and court procedures that govern these kinds of cases.  If you are facing a Tipton County shoplifting charge, contact a Covington, TN criminal lawyer for legal help. Under Tennessee law, theft is…

Field sobriety tests are one way for the state to determine if a person charged with DUI was under the influence of alcohol or an intoxicant. Field sobriety tests (FSTs) are not the same as chemical or breath tests. Unlike chemical or breath tests, FSTs are not defined by law in Tennessee, where I practice….

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