Tennessee residents who have ever been arrested or convicted of a crime have more than simply serving a sentence to be concerned about. Even once all fines are paid, jail time served and other obligations met, the reality is that a criminal record can still pose a...
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Law enforcement officer accused of online solicitation
To some people in Tennessee, it may seem that law enforcement officials consider themselves above the law at times. Despite the number of high-ranking public officials, corporate executives and other people deemed to be "respectable" citizens, it is sometimes...
What is kidnapping in Tennessee?
Did you know that kidnapping in Tennessee may be considered a form of sex crime that may result in a defendant being required to register as a sex offender? According to the Tennessee statutes, this may be the case if the alleged victim is under the age of 18 and is...
What is an accessory after the fact?
Tennessee laws surrounding sex crimes are tough. From jail time to fines to required registration as a sex offender, the list of penalties can go on and on. If you know a person who has been charged with a sex crime in Tennessee you may have witnessed the long-term...
Increase in sex crime convictions and registrants
Tennessee residents who have wondered what may happen if they are accused of a sex crime have good reason to be concerned. A criminal charge can have a long-lasting effect on a person’s life. If convicted, a defendant may find it difficult to get a job or a place to...
Definitions of rape and sexual battery in Tennessee
To many people in Tennessee, rape and sexual battery may be easily confused. However, the reality is that they are two distinctly different crimes. It is important for anyone who has been accused of either rape or sexual battery to know what each one is and how the...
What is Tennessee’s sex offender registry program?
If you have been charged with a sex crime in Tennessee, you will no doubt have many questions about how the criminal defense process works. You will also likely want to know what consequences you may face if you are ultimately convicted of a sex crime. The specific...
3 Teens facing a sexual assault charge after hazing of freshman
The practice of hazing in which a new member or freshman is initiated into a group or sports team often involves humiliation and harassment and, in some cases, even abuse. When a Tennessee high school basketball team played in a tournament in Gatlinburg in December, a...
Participate in your defense against sex-related crimes
Our previous blog post focused on explaining some of the qualifications of sex crimes. What that blog post didn't cover was the social stigma and the life-long penalties of being accused of sex crimes. Yes, the social stigma and life-long penalties of sex-related...
What qualifies as a sex crime?
Sex-related crimes are some very serious crimes since they are considered crimes against a person. When you or someone you love is facing sex-related crimes, it is critical that you understand exactly what qualifies as a sex crime. What are some sex-related crimes?...