Category: Drunk Driving Charges
Tennessee drunk driving charges may be dismissed
Understandably, prosecutors usually seek to convict suspects who are accused of drunk driving. Drunk driving is the cause for many dangerous and deadly car accidents in Tennessee. However, some suspects charged with driving under the influence may see their cases drop. An attorney has stepped in to possibly have DUI cases dismissed on grounds of conflict
Drunk driving, driving under influence may mean Tennessee charge
When people hear the phrase “driving under the influence,” they often think of driving while under the influence of alcohol. However, in addition to engaging in drunk driving, a person can easily be under the influence of other legal drugs as well — namely prescription medication. Research shows that Tennessee actually has one of the highest
Tennessee reports good numbers for drunk driving in 2013
Each year, every state starts out with a clean slate. All the tallies that count the unsavory acts that human beings are capable of doing to each other are dialed back to zero. The hope is that the new year will bring a better result in all the bad categories and a better result in
New Year’s Day police chase ends with drunk driving charge
Tennessee police recently apprehended a woman after a police chase. In the process of fleeing, the woman crashed into another car. Police then proceeded to arrest her on a drunk driving charge. The altercation started when authorities clocked a car, driven by a woman, driving approximately 20 mph above the speed limit. When authorities tried to pull
Flipped car on I-440 results in drunk driving charge
Residents in Tennessee know that being convicted of a DUI can have lasting effects. From facing hefty fines to potentially serving a jail sentence, the consequences are serious. A driver who recently crashed his car is now facing a drunk driving charge. According to witness reports, the accused was driving in the wrong direction on I-440 in
Minor violation stop leads to a drunk driving charge
Alcohol can impair judgement just enough to lead to unfortunate and perhaps costly mistakes. However, just because an individual is accused of driving while impaired doesn’t mean that they are actually guilty of the charge. If the authorities allegedly notice a safety violation and pull a driver over, they may notice indications the driver might
Minor violation stop leads to a drunk driving charge
Alcohol can impair judgement just enough to lead to unfortunate and perhaps costly mistakes. However, just because an individual is accused of driving while impaired doesn’t mean that they are actually guilty of the charge. If the authorities allegedly notice a safety violation and pull a driver over, they may notice indications the driver might
Tennessee man faces third drunk driving charge
Drinking can be an enjoyable and relaxing experience for some, particularly after a hard day at work. However, when not used in moderation, a person can easily become inebriated. The decision to drive while under the influence of alcohol can result in some legal consequences, but choosing to engage in drunk driving more than once can that
Will a drunk driving charge be overturned in Tennessee?
Tennessee residents facing a drunk driving charge may not be aware of the steps they need to take in order to face the charge. While the court system certainly doesn’t take these charges lightly, a person will typically need to prepare a defense. In some situations, the person may not in fact be guilty of the charges
Drunk driving charge dropped by Tennessee judge; man freed
Earlier this year, a 22-year-old man was arrested for DUI. For months, he claimed that he had not been under the influence when he was stopped by an officer previously. His drunk driving charge has recently been dropped in a Tennessee courtroom, after it was discovered that his charge was wrongful. The arrest occurred when the man