You had a horrible headache, so you reached out to a friend who lived nearby and asked if they had any pain medicine. You were really asking for over-the-counter options, but your friend said that they had something stronger to help. They had some hydrocodone from...
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Eyewitnesses aren’t as reliable as people assume
Have computers distorted our ability to think clearly about our own memories? We often think of memories as if the brain is a computer and can record and recount everything with flawless accuracy. In reality, though, this is far from the truth. Take, for example, the...
What is First Degree Murder?
Anyone who has watched a crime drama on television has probably heard the terms murder, homicide, and manslaughter. These legal concepts are often used by television shows for sensational purposes and boosted ratings, but in reality they identify some of the most...
Self-defense as a criminal defense option
Different criminal charges require different defense strategies to meet the needs of individuals pulled into the legal system. In order to best address how to overcome one’s legal challenges, it is advisable for Tennessee readers to work with criminal defense...
Three Strong Defenses to Accusations of Assault
The criminal charge of assault is a serious matter that can result in significant penalties and punishments for a Lebanon resident who is convicted of the crime. Defenses exist to the charge of assault, but individuals should know that not all defenses are appropriate...
Eight arrested for sex trafficking in Tennessee
When a Tennessee resident has been arrested it can be a serious and scary situation. An arrest, especially for a serious charge like a sex crime needs to be taken seriously. Sex crimes in Tennessee can go back decades and they are aggressively prosecuted. Those who...
Defending against assault charges in Tennessee
When someone offensively touches another person or causes them to fear injury, they could face assault charges in the state of Tennessee. Under Tennessee Code Annotated Sec. 39-13-101, Tennessee residents may be charged with assault for intentionally touching another...
College football player arrested for assault and other charges
Being arrested in Tennessee can have a significant impact on a person’s life. Depending on the charges, there can be various consequences for a conviction. If it is a young person who is relatively prominent in the area, there may be long-term implications that can be...
Those accused of drug crimes entitled to a criminal defense
The battle against illegal drug use and trafficking continues in Tennessee. A recent investigation in Cheatham County resulted in the arrest of three people. The three are being held in Cheatham County Jail and are facing charges related to drug possession with intent...
Spring and hot tempers can lead to a need for criminal defense
It seems like people are always in a hurry in Tennessee, and this can cause tempers to flare. This can be particularly true when spring comes and with it the sports activities, prom season and a myriad of other things to make already hectic lives worse. When tempers...