One of the interesting terms you’ll often hear bandied around the Tennessee judicial offices is wobbler laws. This is a cute name for a very specific and unique set of laws. What Are Wobbler Laws Wobbler laws are laws where the prosecution has the option of deciding whether they want to charge the defendant with […]
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Be Careful What You Share On Social Media
Most people nowadays are in quite a rush to post something on social media after an exciting or infuriating event happens. Everyone is so used to sharing, that oftentimes, they forget to realize that they might be oversharing. There are some things that are better kept to oneself, and not posted online. Everything that goes […]
Driving Despite Having a Suspended License
Having a driver’s license makes life considerably easier and in some parts of Tennessee, the ability to drive is a key component of survival since there’s no form of public transportation. However, there are times when the State of Tennessee can decide to suspend your license. How a Driver’s License Becomes Suspended It’s a great […]
Is Aggravated Trespassing Really Any Different from Plain Old Trespassing?
The word aggravated on a charge looks scary, but some people who are charged with aggravated trespassing don’t understand how the word applies to them. Sure, they know that they were on private property, but since they didn’t have a weapon, how can it possibly be aggravated. In Tennessee, you can be charge with aggravated […]
Do Seatbelt Laws Save Lives?
It seems like every time we turn around, a new law that takes away another one of our personal choices is in place. A perfect example of this is seatbelt laws. At this point, with the exception of New Hampshire, every single state has laws in place that force passengers in the front seats to […]
Are Door-to-Door Warrantless Searches Legal?
In 2013, during the aftermath that followed the bombing of the Boston Marathon, many Boston residents responded to knocks on their door. On the other side were angry and armed members of Boston’s SWAT team. They were engaged in massive manhunt for the suspects and wanted to go through the homes and make sure that […]
How to Avoid Noise Complaints from Your Neighbors This Holiday
Now that holiday is here, your weekends are filling up fast with parties at your place and your friends’ places. That means you need to have a pumped up playlist of the latest chart topping songs, a fridge full of alcohol, and the most down to earth friends. In addition to those party necessities, you […]
Boating Under The Influence Explained
Tennessee has plenty of shoreline to enjoy. Whether it is on a river, in a lake, or out on the ocean, there are plenty of places to go boating and enjoy the waves. If this is what you plan on doing, be aware of the laws of the water that you are on. One law […]
Take The Quiz: Do You Remember The Bill Of Rights?
Let’s take a little history lesson, a rather important one. In grade school, we learn about the Constitution and Bill of Rights. These rights have protected the people for over 200 years and continue to do so, so it is imperative for the people to know their rights and know if and when they are […]
Safety Tips for Kids Going Back to School
The threat of your young child disappearing when they go back to school is far greater than you imagine. According to Child Find of America, approximately 2,300 children are abducted every single day in the United States. The National Center of Exploited and Missing Children reported that in 2020, an estimated 1 in 6 missing […]