In Tennessee, the line between simple drug possession and possession with intent to distribute can dramatically alter the course of a criminal case. What starts as finding drugs in a pocket or vehicle may escalate based on surrounding circumstances, turning a misdemeanor into a felony with far-reaching consequences. For individuals, employers, and families, grasping this distinction sheds light on how charges develop and why evidence matters in courtrooms across the state, including Wilson County.
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Statutes of limitations are laws that set the amount of time a person has to file a lawsuit in a civil case or the amount of time the government has to prosecute a person for a crime. Learn more.
View PostAlternative dispute resolution (ADR) refers to different ways that litigants can resolve their cases other than the traditional litigation mechanism culminating in an adversarial trial. Standard methods of ADR around the country include mediation, arbitration, conciliation, and neutral evaluation. Learn more.
View PostTennessee law, codified at Tenn. Code Ann. §39-13-111(b) defines “domestic assault” as the crime of assault against a “domestic abuse victim.” Tennessee law considers a domestic abuse victim as any family member by blood or adoption, a child, a current or former mate, or a current or former spouse. Learn more.
View PostIn Tennessee, driving under the influence (DUI) is a crime in which a person drives or is in “physical control” of a vehicle on any street or road while impaired. A blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or more carries a presumption in Tennessee that the driver was impaired.
View PostLearn more about implied consent and the penalties for drivers in Tennessee.
View PostWhat is indecent exposure? We take a look at sexual offenses and similar Tennessee sex-related topics in the following article.
View PostPhysical control in a DUI case means that the defendant has the likely means to operate the vehicle even if he or she was not actually driving the vehicle at the time that they were stopped by the police. Learn More.
View PostIf you have ever been in an accident and needed a health insurance company to make payments on your behalf, then you might already be familiar with the term “subrogation.”
View PostUnlawful possession of a firearm has become a significant concern in Tennessee, where state and federal laws intersect to impose strict controls on who can legally possess a weapon. These rules aim to promote public safety, but violations can lead to swift arrests, felony charges, and life-altering consequences for individuals. For gun owners, collectors, or anyone who may face scrutiny, grasping the practical impacts and preventive measures is essential.
View PostTennessee law defines burglary in four different ways. In this article, we go into depth about Burglary under Tennessee law.
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