Should you be concerned about a first-time drunk driving charge?
If you have been charged with a DUI for the first time, you may assume that your legal situation is relatively minor. While the penalties for a first-time drunk driving offense may be less severe than a felony or multiple DUI charge, it is important to act wisely about the potential consequences. Tennessee laws are strict,
Why assault charges need to be taken seriously
When two people get into a fight that results in a serious injury to one of them, chances are the injured person will go the hospital and the other will be charged with assault and battery. The one who goes to the hospital may recover fully from the experience. The one charged with assault and
Officer hurt in accident; driver arrested for drunk driving
According to Tennessee law enforcement, a police officer is recovering after an accident involving an alleged drunk driver. The injured officer was hit by a moving vehicle after he arrived on the scene of another crash in order to offer assistance to other emergency workers on the scene. Trying to clear the roads, he was
What should you know after a drunk driving accident?
The moment a Tennessee driver is arrested for drunk driving, it is important to take immediate action to properly confront the charges. Through careful examination, a lawyer with experience in defending against drunk driving charges can determine what legal and factual issues exist with the prosecution’s case. An aggressive defense should begin as soon as possible
Tennessee passes laws adding new drunk driving penalties
In Tennessee, drunk driving laws are quite strict, and those facing charges could find themselves dealing with serious consequences. New measures passed by lawmakers will bring new penalties for those who have been convicted of drunk driving. Almost identical to laws passed in another state, second-time DUI offenders will now be required to have ignition interlock devices installed. An
Drunk driving charge follows traffic stop
A man and woman are in serious trouble following a traffic stop on Interstate 40. Tennessee State Troopers stopped their vehicle after reportedly noticing erratic driving patterns. Soon after, both the driver and passenger were facing serious criminal charges, including a drunk driving charge. Troopers reported observing the vehicle drifting out of the proper lane of
Former law enforcement officer charged with drunk driving
A former Tennessee law enforcement officer has recently been arrested and charged with DUI. The man was arrested in Putnam County after he wrecked the car that he was driving. After his arrest, he was charged with violation of implied consent and drunk driving. Several months prior to his arrest, he resigned from his job with the Highway Patrol
Police can now stop more drivers for suspected drunk driving
With new laws recently passed in the state of Tennessee, police will have have more power to stop drivers for suspected intoxication. According to the law passed by the state Supreme Court, police can pull drivers over if they cross roadway markings. This means that more drivers could be pulled over and arrested for drunk driving, even
Tennessee soldier facing vehicular homicide charges
A soldier stationed at Fort Campbell was indicted recently in relation to an accident from last November that claimed the life of one person and injured another. The Tennessee man has been charged with vehicular homicide, seat belt violation, vehicular assault, driving under the influence and other charges. At the time of the accident, the defendant willingly submitted to
The Dangers Of Lying To A Federal Officer
If you become the target of a federal criminal investigation, it’s important to understand the differences between federal law and Tennessee Law. One of those differences is the consequences of lying. While it’s never advisable to speak to law enforcements officers without legal advice, speaking to federal officer is especially dangerous. Just ask Martha Stewart.