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DUI Update

There have two remarkable events in DUI law in recent days. In the first, legislators asked the State Attorney General for an opinion on the constitutionality of a proposed law to prohibit alcohol sales to individuals who have been convicted of DUI. The other involved a ruling by the Tennessee Court of Appeals. It declared that it is unconstitutional for the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation to ...

Questions to Ask Your Criminal Defense Attorney

If you were recently charged with a crime, you will need the services of a skilled criminal defense attorney to ensure your rights are protected throughout this process and to increase your chances at securing the best possible outcome. Once you find the right attorney for your case, however, you should continue to take an active role in your case and ask the right questions. Here are some ...

Can Police Take My Blood Without a Warrant?

If you have ever been pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving, you are probably aware that law enforcement officers are allowed to conduct a breath test to determine if your BAC levels are above the legal limit. This is not the only type of test that can be used to determine whether or not you have had too much to drink, however. Blood tests are another method for officers to determine whether ...

What to Do If Your Child Gets a DUI

Being arrested for driving under the influence can be a scary and uncertain time for anyone, but even more so for someone who is under the age of 21 at the time of their arrest. Every parent dreads getting a phone call from law enforcement saying their child has been apprehended, and this is particularly true in cases of driving under the influence, where the consequences will be particularly ...