Author: The Lanzon Firm
What should you expect if charged with a felony DUI?
If you have been charged with a crime, it is important to take immediate steps to protect your interests and freedom. When the charges against you include felony DUI, it would be wise to seek the defense help of a Tennessee lawyer who is experienced in this particular type of criminal charge. If convicted, the
Vehicular homicide charges filed against Tennessee driver
A Tennessee mother and teacher is dead after a fatal accident involving a drunk driver. As a result, a 61-year-old woman is now facing multiple criminal charges, including vehicular homicide and driving under the influence. According to the accident report, there were three vehicles involved in the fatal accident. The crash occurred along Oak Ridge Turnpike and Jefferson Avenue in
Young adults and criminal records
When a young adult is charged with a crime, it’s important to make sure that a one-time mistake does not result in a conviction. Even if the prosecutor offers deal that does not include jail time, that offer would not be a good deal if it comes with a permanent criminal record. For most minor
Tennessee passes laws for stricter penalties for drunk driving
Tennessee lawmakers have recently passed legislation that will bring stricter penalties for those who have been convicted of driving under the influence. According to the new laws, a judge will order those convicted of drunk driving to have an ignition interlock device installed in their vehicles. In the past, only certain people convicted of DUI were required to have these
Should you worry about a first-time drunk driving charge?
Any time a driver is arrested and charged with a crime, even a seemingly minor one, it is important to take the matter seriously. Criminal charges of any kind can have an impact on a driver’s future, making it important to properly defend oneself against any charge. This includes a first-time drunk driving charge, which,
Vehicular homicide and other charges follow deadly accident
A Tennessee driver is facing serious criminal charges after an accident claimed the life of one man riding on a motorcycle. The driver was arrested and charged with vehicular homicide, reckless driving, public intoxication, driving under the influence and driving with no license or insurance. According to the report of the accident, the man originally fled the scene
What should you do if you are charged with vehicular homicide?
In Tennessee, vehicular homicide charges can carry serious penalties if convicted. Those charged with this crime would be wise to protect their future interests by securing the assistance of experienced defense counsel. If convicted of vehicular homicide, potential penalties could include jail time, probation, electronic monitoring and even repercussions that could follow you into your personal or
Steeper penalties for drunk driving in Tennessee
Recently, Tennessee lawmakers voted to increase the severity of penalties associated with DUI. The plan includes initiatives to increase the consequences for people who have been convicted of drunk driving six times or more. Interestingly, the new plan also intends to ease the penalties for people who are convicted of repeated drug possession. According to the lawmaker
Passing a sobriety test can still result in drunk driving charges
Tennessee has some of the strictest penalties for drunk driving in the nation. Drivers must be vigilant to protect their rights in the event that they are ever pulled over for suspected drunk driving. In some cases, passing a sobriety test can still result in a drunk driving charge. One driver, who is now facing a trial for
Drunk driving and other charges against Tennessee man
A Tennessee driver finds himself in serious legal trouble after he is said to have fled from a traffic stop. The man has been charged with drunk driving and felony counts of evading arrest. According to his criminal records, this is his third DUI charge and the fourth time he has been charged with driving with a revoked