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DUI is a criminal offense people frequently underestimate the consequences of. If you are a first-time offender, you may have a likelier chance of reducing or eliminating the charges, but subsequent offenders receive harsher treatment and more obstacles. Furthermore, DUI is usually not the only charge applicable to the situation. You may also find yourself

With more than half of U.S. states legalizing marijuana for medicinal use, and some of those even allowing recreational purposes as well, you may be wondering if Tennessee is on board. Currently, the Volunteer State does not allow marijuana for any type of consumption. However, related legislation changes and progress have occurred over the years.

Prosecutors routinely offer deals to low-level drug offenders in exchange for pleading guilty. The plea may include a fine and little or no jail time. But is it a good deal if you have to plead guilty? The deal may be sound good in the short term. However, the long-term consequences of having a criminal

Some traffic tickets are more serious than others. One example is reckless driving, which is a Class B misdemeanor in Tennessee. A traffic offense such as speeding carries consequences such as points on your driving record, which could ultimately lead to higher insurance rates and suspension of your driver’s license. However, speeding is not a

One of the most serious consequences of a DUI conviction is a lifetime criminal record. If you plead guilty to the charges, anyone who looks up your criminal record in the future will see that you have a conviction for drunk driving. It could affect your employment, professional licensing and other areas of your life

When you are facing criminal charges, an experienced and knowledgeable lawyer can be of great assistance in looking out for your rights. Tennessee’s legal system can be confusing and intimidating, with a unique set of rules and a language of its own. An attorney who understands the law and the process can help you evaluate