Wife charged with drunk driving after the death of her husband
A Tennessee woman is facing criminal charges after an accident involving a golf cart claimed the life of her husband. She was charged with drunk driving and vehicular assault. The man was taken by helicopter to the hospital for medical treatment, but he was unable to overcome the severity of his injuries and died a few days
Facing repeat DUI charges? You need a strong legal ally.
If you have been charged with drunk driving two or more times, it is critical for you to confront these charges with appropriate legal help. While you are facing a serious legal situation, repeat DUI offenders still have legal options by which they may be able to seek lesser penalties. The key to successfully defending against these
Blood alcohol content and your rights in Tennessee
The penalties for drunk driving in Tennessee are steep, and it is important for those facing charges to protect their rights by understanding the factors involved in their case. Blood alcohol content (BAC) is the measure used to determine how much alcohol is in a person’s system and could be grounds for an arrest if
Recent ruling could impact drunk driving laws in Tennessee
A recent Supreme Court ruling could change DUI laws in Tennessee, limiting laws that currently allow for additional punishment for drivers who refuse to submit to a sobriety test. Before this ruling, drivers who refused to submit to a blood test could face additional penalties. The new ruling would now require law enforcement to have
Repeat DUI offender arrested after pedestrian accident
A Tennessee woman was recently arrested for intoxicated driving after an accident led to the death of one pedestrian. The woman is a repeat DUI offender, and she has faced charges for drunk driving at least four times. The woman is charged with vehicular homicide, leaving the scene of an accident and driving under the influence. The accident
Is it possible to avoid a drunk driving conviction?
If you are facing charges for operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, you are likely concerned about your future and your freedom. The penalties of a drunk driving conviction can have a long-reaching impact on your life, and it is important to face the criminal charge effectively. With the right legal help,
Unlicensed massage parlor owners face criminal charges
Sevier County has stepped up enforcement of unlicensed massage parlors. The result can be embarrassing criminal charges for both the owners and patrons of the establishments. It’s easy for small business owners to run afoul of Tennessee’s business licensing requirements. When the business is a massage parlor, operating without a license can be far more
Tennessee man arrested for drunk driving at DUI checkpoint
A Tennessee man is facing criminal charges after he encountered a DUI checkpoint in Anderson County. As he came to the checkpoint, law enforcement officers claim that they smelled alcohol in the vehicle and on the breath of the driver. He was arrested for drunk driving after admitting to taking several shots in the hours leading up
Drunk driving arrests over the holiday weekend
Over the holiday weekend, Tennessee law enforcement officials arrested several people for intoxicated or drugged driving. As is common over many holiday weekends, police officers were out in increased numbers to patrol the roads and discourage drunk driving. After the weekend was over, it was learned that there were almost as many people arrested 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