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Understanding the Timeline: From Criminal Charge to License Discipline in Tennessee

Being accused of a crime in Tennessee can have far-reaching consequences, especially if you hold a professional license. Whether you’re a nurse, teacher, lawyer, real estate agent, or other licensed professional, a criminal charge can trigger a licensing board investigation that may affect your career. Understanding the timeline and process from criminal charge to potential disciplinary action is critical to protecting your professional future.

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How a DUI Conviction Affects Your Insurance and Financial Future in Tennessee

Facing a DUI conviction in Tennessee is stressful, and many drivers don’t realize just how far-reaching the consequences can be. Beyond legal penalties such as fines, jail time, and license suspension, a DUI can have a serious and lasting impact on your insurance rates, financial stability, and long-term expenses.

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Understanding Blood Alcohol Level (BAC) in Tennessee: What Every Driver Needs to Know

Most DUI arrests in Tennessee begin with one critical factor: your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Knowing how BAC is measured, what the legal limits are, and how it impacts DUI charges is essential for anyone who drives in Tennessee.

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How to Protect Yourself Legally After a Labor Day DUI Arrest in Tennessee

Labor Day weekend is a time for family gatherings, cookouts, and celebrations across Tennessee. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the busiest weekends of the year for DUI arrests. Law enforcement agencies across the state increase patrols and set up sobriety checkpoints as part of the nationwide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign.

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Celebrate the 4th of July Safely

The 4th of July is a time to enjoy fireworks, cookouts, and time with family and friends, but it’s also a holiday when DUI arrests spike across Tennessee. At Hagar and Phillips, we want to remind everyone to celebrate responsibly and understand the serious consequences of impaired driving.

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How DUI Impacts Your Professional License

When you're a licensed professional in fields like healthcare, education, or transportation, a DUI conviction can have far-reaching effects on more than just your personal life. The stakes are even higher because your career and livelihood might be on the line. Understanding how a DUI could impact your professional license and what actions you can take to mitigate those consequences is essential. At Hagar and Phillips, we’re committed to protecting your rights and helping you safeguard your career so you can confidently move forward.

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Understanding Implied Consent Violations in Tennessee

In Tennessee, when you obtain a driver’s license, you automatically agree to something called “implied consent.” This means that if a law enforcement officer has probable cause to believe you’re driving under the influence (DUI), you’re legally required to submit to a blood or breath test. Refusing that test can lead to serious legal consequences — even if you aren’t ultimately convicted of DUI.

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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Safely: What to Know About DUI and Your Rights in Tennessee

Cinco de Mayo is a time to celebrate with friends, enjoy good food, and maybe raise a glass, but it’s also a time when law enforcement increases DUI patrols and checkpoints across Tennessee.

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DUI Defense in Tennessee: Protect Your Rights and Your Record

A DUI charge in Tennessee is more than a traffic offense. It’s a serious criminal matter that can impact your freedom, finances, and future. Whether it’s your first arrest or a repeat offense, understanding your rights is essential.

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Expungable Offenses

What is Expungement? It is the process by which a record of criminal convictions is destroyed or sealed from state or federal records.

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Understanding the Timeline: From Criminal Charge to License Discipline in Tennessee

How a DUI Conviction Affects Your Insurance and Financial Future in Tennessee

Understanding Blood Alcohol Level (BAC) in Tennessee: What Every Driver Needs to Know

How to Protect Yourself Legally After a Labor Day DUI Arrest in Tennessee

Celebrate the 4th of July Safely

How DUI Impacts Your Professional License

Understanding Implied Consent Violations in Tennessee

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo Safely: What to Know About DUI and Your Rights in Tennessee

DUI Defense in Tennessee: Protect Your Rights and Your Record

Expungable Offenses

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