When it comes to theft-related crimes, many people believe that it’s a relatively low-risk, high-reward proposition, meaning the likelihood of getting caught is very low while the potential payoff is very high. Furthermore, many people believe that the...
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Dedicated to protecting the futures of those charged with Rx fraud
When a person suffers serious personal injuries in a car crash or work-related accident, or is diagnosed with a painful and debilitating condition, there is a very good chance that they will be prescribed some sort of painkiller to help manage the pain they are...
Just how strict are Tennessee’s DUI laws?
It's no secret that law enforcement officials and lawmakers across the nation have become increasingly hard-line when it comes to driving under the influence, making more arrests and increasing both the criminal and administrative penalties for those convicted of DUI...
Chattanooga ramps up efforts to combat domestic violence
Last week marked the official opening of the Family Justice Center here in Chattanooga. For those unfamiliar with the center, it is designed to provide victims of domestic violence with easy access to everything from medical assistance to legal counseling under a...
Thefts increasing in schools, other crimes decreasing
A report from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations indicates that the number of reported crimes in all K through 12 schools in the state has decreased since 2012. The number of reported crimes related to theft, however, has risen through the years. The report...
Questions arise about validity of DUI arrests
Most people have a basic understanding of their rights and the procedures that must be followed in the event they find themselves under arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence. For instance, most people know that the arresting law enforcement official must...
How much do you know about Tennessee’s new cannabis oil law?
History was made back in early May when Governor Bill Haslam signed legislation allowing Tennessee residents to secure a small amount of cannabis oil for medical purposes. While the measure falls well short of those in place in states like Colorado and California,...
A closer look at the structure of Tennessee’s Sex Offender Registry – III
Over the past few weeks, our blog has been taking a closer look at the sobering reality that a conviction on sex crime charges will result in you having to register as a sex offender for a lengthy amount of time or perhaps even your entire life. Our purpose in doing...
A closer look at the structure of Tennessee’s Sex Offender Registry – II
Last week, we began discussing just how terrifying it can be to face sex crime charges given everything that is at stake, including your freedom, your future and your reputation. We also began discussing how the punishment for a conviction on sex crime charges doesn't...
A closer look at the structure of Tennessee’s Sex Offender Registry
Learning that you are going to be charged with some type of sex crime is an understandably unnerving proposition. That's because you not only face significant time in prison, but also the societal stigma that frequently attaches to these charges ... regardless of your...