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….
Drug possession charges in Somerville, TN are taken very seriously. If you or someone you know has been arrested for a drug crime in Somerville or Fayette County, you need to know exactly what are your options for resolving the matter. Having a criminal conviction on your record, whether misdemeanor or felony (but especially a…
Germantown, Tennessee is a suburb of Memphis located in Shelby County. Because it is outside the Memphis city limits, it has an independent municipal government including its own court system. If you are charged with a crime in Germantown your case will be heard in the Municipal Court located at 1930 South Germantown Rd. Germantown court convenes one…
The world of NFA trusts, or gun trusts, is still new to many gun owners. Because of the complex estate planning and federal firearm laws involved, individuals who wish to set up one of these trusts should understand what all is involved. This article will answer many questions and provide a basic overview of the process. I’ve…
Tennessee prescription drug crimes are very real and serious offenses. These types of drugs are so prevalent in our society, and can become so addictive, that some people will abuse them and then do anything to keep getting their “fix.” This may include stealing, forging prescriptions, or buying drugs off the street. There are many types…
In Tennessee, the detention hearing is a juvenile’s first appearance before a judge after being arrested and charged with a felony offense. It’s where the judge determines if the child should be released or kept in custody until trial. How a juvenile gets charged in Memphis is going to depend on the circumstances. Sometimes, in…
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