Category: Drunk Driving Charges

Have you been charged with drunk driving? While this is a serious criminal offense, you still have certain rights that must be recognized. With the right legal help, it is possible for you to confront drunk driving charges and seek a positive outcome. Tennessee has some of the strictest DUI laws in the country, and

A Tennessee school principal was recently charged with drunk driving for a second time. After he crashed his vehicle, law enforcement reportedly found him to have bloodshot eyes and show other signs that typically indicate drunk driving. According to the police, he admitted to drinking three beers and vodka before driving. After law enforcement arrived on the

A drunk driving charge can have an impact on many areas of your life, including career opportunities and your personal reputation. A first-offense drunk driving charge may be your only experience with the criminal justice system, but it is important to take the process seriously. Failure to effectively confront even a first-time DUI can result

One woman in Tennessee was recently charged with DUI after a sport utility vehicle crashed into a bar. The accident took place on a recent Thursday afternoon. Even when a person is charged with drunk driving, he or she is presumed innocent unless and until his or her guilt is proved in a court of law.

A Tennessee man finds himself in legal trouble after a traffic stop led to an eventual arrest for suspected drunk driving. The man was initially stopped by a Tennessee Highway Patrol officer for speeding, but it was discovered that there was a baby in the car as well. The driver was charged with drunk driving and

For the third consecutive year, Tommy Hindman was recognized by The National Advocacy for DUI Defense (NAFDD), LLC, an organization that awards the nation’s best private Driving Under the Influence (DUI) lawyers. NAFDD identifies the top criminal defense lawyers in each state based upon their experience, reputation, and achievements, among other factors. Those who are selected spend a significant

Shelby County just got a substantial amount of money to fight drunk driving. Tennessee residents who live in the area should be aware of these new measures, as well as their rights if arrested for DUI. Government representatives have said that much of the money will go toward paying for overtime for law enforcement. With this new

A Tennessee man was recently arrested for alleged drunk driving after causing an accident. Upon arriving at the scene of the accident, police arrested the man for drunk driving because of certain indicators, as well as the statements of the other person involved in the accident. The young driver stated that when checking on the defendant, he supposedly

In Tennessee, drunk driving penalties escalate as the number of prior offenses increases. While a person who is charged with a first drunk driving offense has a reasonable chance of escaping jail time, this becomes virtually impossible for a conviction of a second, third or fourth offense. Furthermore, although the crime is a misdemeanor, it becomes a

With Labor Day just around the corner, Tennessee residents are likely already making their plans for the long holiday weekend. Many have already taken off work, bought hot dogs and hamburgers to grill and are preparing for a fun-filled weekend. It also likely means that many people will be purchasing alcohol, which typically leads to an