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  • 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 ...
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  • 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 ...
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  • Preparing For Your First Court Appearance

    Preparation is key to a successful outcome in a legal matter, regardless of whether it’s a thorough review of the evidence, or how you present yourself when in court. The proposition of appearing before a judge and jury may seem like an intimidating one, especially if you’ve never been in trouble with the law before. However, by going out of your way to make sure you put your best foot forward ...
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  • Understanding Your Miranda Rights

    You’ve probably heard the Miranda Warning on TV, during a police procedural show. The total warning every police officer should give the person they are arresting is as follows: “You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be provided for you. Do you ...
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  • Stages of a Criminal Case

    If law enforcement suspects you of committing a crime, or catches you in the act, your case will proceed along a typical route from the initial arrest to either conviction or release. You may be wondering what the next few weeks or even months look like for your case, especially if you’ve never been accused of a crime previously. Here is an outline of the stages most cases go through. Stage 1: ...
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  • Can Police Search My Home Without a Warrant?

    The Fourth Amendment protects private citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures . The amendment reads: “The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be ...
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  • Consequences of Pleading "No Contest"

    A “no contest” plea is a plea commonly used in criminal proceedings as an alternative to a guilty or not guilty, by which the defendant neither admits nor disputes to committing the crime in question. It is derivative of the Latin phrase “nolo contendere,” which means “I do not wish to contend.” It is important to understand that a no contest plea has the same legal effect as a guilty plea. So, if ...
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  • How to Qualify for Expungement in Tennessee

    While getting a dismissal for a crime in Tennessee is a huge relief, you may still have a criminal record that could have a negative impact on your personal or professional life. Fortunately, the state offers record expungement for those who qualify. If your case has been dismissed, dropped, or no-billed (no information or not filed on) it is eligible to be expunged. Frequently Asked Questions How ...
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  • What Are the Penalties for Prostitution in Tennessee?

    In Tennessee, it is a criminal offense to solicit another person for the purpose of prostitution or for the purpose of performing a lewd or indecent act. It is important to understand that the actual exchange of money for sexual intercourse is not necessary to be convicted of solicitation, nor is it required that a sexual act is performed. Just the offer of the money in exchange for sexual acts ...
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  • What is "Unlawful Search and Seizure?"

    The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution is designed to protect all citizens from “unlawful” search and seizure by authorities. The founding fathers believed that privacy was a right that needed protection, especially from a government that could turn tyrannical if given an unchecked amount of power. Today, that same protection has bound what law enforcement can and can’t do when looking for ...
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  • Is Buzzed Driving Legally Considered Drunk Driving?

    It may be common knowledge that it is against the law to drive under the influence (DUI) of alcohol; however, the line between “buzzed” and “drunk” may not always be clear. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ( NHTSA ) recently released a campaign touting that “buzzed driving is drunk driving.” These public service announcements are aimed at increasing awareness, but they can also ...
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