Have you been arrested? Do you want to get out of jail on bail but already know that you can’t possibly afford to post the bail yourself? Do you like the idea of getting a bail bond but are worried that getting a bail bond is hard to do? We have good news. Getting a […]
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When is an Assault Case a Misdemeanor, and When is the Assault a Felony
Assault in Tennessee is a complicated legal issue. There are so many different types of assault. One of the first things that come up in assault cases is whether the accused should be charged with misdemeanor assault or felony assault. Tennessee has three different types of assault cases people can be convicted of. Simple assault. […]
Types of Aggravated Assault in the state of Tennessee
Types of Aggravated Assault Assault in Tennessee is a complicated legal issue. There are so many different types of assault. One of the first things that come up in assault cases is whether the accused should be charged with misdemeanor assault or felony assault. Aggravated assault is one of Tennessee’s wobbler laws. That means the […]
Main Reasons People Are Arrested in Tennessee
Most people would like to pretend that they were never arrested and never accused of criminal activity. They hope that if they pretend it never happened, that no one will ever learn about the incident. The understandable desire to put an arrest behind them is why few people ever stop to consider whether or not […]
The Danger of Fentanyl
When fentanyl was first starting to generate some media attention, the synthetic opioid was a good thing. It was a popular and extremely effective method to treat extreme pain. Doctors commonly prescribed it post-surgery, and patients with advanced cancer often used it to help control their pain. When used in a medical setting and under […]
Can You Obtain Information About Your Tennessee Arrest
Knowing you should have both your criminal and arrest records is one thing. Knowing how to acquire these reports is a whole different matter. Since Tennessee’s arrest records are a matter of public record, you’re legally allowed access to the information, but to obtain it, you need to know where to go and who to […]
Different Ways Social Media can get you Into Legal Trouble
Social media is supposed to be a fun way to stay connected to your family and friends, and for the most part, that’s exactly what it is. However, as some people have found out, there are a few different ways that social media can cause you to get into some legal trouble. Getting a Too […]
The Most Common Crimes That Occur During the Holidays
Most of us associate the holidays with happiness, family, and love. While many of us focus on the good things during the holiday season, police departments throughout the United States will quickly tell you that crime doesn’t stop during the holidays. What members of law enforcement have noticed is that certain types of crimes seem […]
What is the difference Between Driving Under the Influence of Drugs and Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol?
‘Tis the season where we’re warned more than ever about the dangers of driving under the influence. In California, driving under the influence means driving while under the influence of either alcohol or drugs. Many people often wonder if there is a difference between driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. In terms […]
Different Types of Criminal Pleas
Shortly after you’ve been formally arrested and charged with a crime, you’ll have an arraignment. The arraignment is your first opportunity to tell a judge how you plead. There are three different ways you can plea: Guilty Not guilty No-contest Guilty A plea of guilty should be self-explanatory. When you tell the judge that you’re […]