Could I Be Impaired Driving Under Tennessee Law
Impaired driving under Tennessee law is the crime of driving a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol and/or drugs, including those prescribed by physicians. Impaired driving, driving while intoxicated (DWI), or drunk driving are all terms for the crime of Driving Under the Influence (DUI). It is a common but serious crime in Tennessee and […]
The First Steps After Being Arrested for a DUI in Tennessee
If you get arrested for a DUI in Tennessee, you will be afraid and uncertain about what is going to occur to you now. Let’s take a look at the first steps after being arrested for DUI. You may have heard about the seriousness of a conviction for DUI (Driving Under the Influence). We have […]
CAN MY DUI BE DISMISSED?
David Clarke, a leading Murfreesboro criminal defense lawyer, discusses if DUI (Driving Under the Influence) charges can be dismissed. With many years of experience defending his clients in Tennessee, he understands the concern a person who has been charged with a DUI in Tennessee has. He works vigorously to defend his clients but also with […]
Can I Get a DUI For Marijuana in Tennessee?
With the increasing acceptance and legalization of marijuana across the United States, it’s crucial to understand the legal implications of driving under the influence of cannabis. Tennessee, like many other states, has specific laws concerning impaired driving. You can get DUI for marijuana in Tennessee because Tennessee prohibits Driving Under the Influence (DUI) of any […]
Why is Prostitution a Crime?
Prostitution is a crime primarily because it is viewed as a form of exploitation and a violation of human rights. Crimes involving prostitution in Tennessee can carry significant punishment so having a prostitution defense lawyer will be critical. Such convictions carry a lifelong stigma and affect your future personal relationships. In this blog, David Clarke, […]
Tennessee in Spotlight After School Shooting
On March 27, 2023, Nashville, Tennessee was the location of the latest school shooting tragedy. The shooter killed three 9-year-old children and three adults. The shooter had 2 assault-type rifles and a handgun. These were the three used of seven legally purchased firearms owned by the shooter. The Nashville Covenant School shooting is a stark […]
Do I Have To Let the Police Search My Car?
Whether or not you have any illegal goods in your care, you may be offended and concerned over letting police search your car. But you have the right to deny their request to search your vehicle, unless the law enforcement official has a search warrant issued for probable cause that a crime has been committed. […]
Preventing Underage Drinking
Underage drinking has legal and social consequences that can upset families and mess up a young person’s life. It has been a generational challenge, because it can be very difficult to communicate the many dangers of alcohol abuse to young people. They lack a frame of reference for these dangers and can feel warnings are […]
Permitless Carry in Tennessee Concerns Police
A Tennessee law that went into effect on July 1, 2021, allows Tennessee residents to carry firearms without the need for a permit. Permitless carry in Tennessee has its proponents and its critics. Originally designed to limit carry to age 21 or older, now Tennesseans aged 18 to 20 will be allowed to carry concealed […]
Negotiating a Plea Deal
Just like the terms suggests, a plea bargain serves as a type of negotiation between the parties involved with the case, specifically between the prosecution team overseeing the case and the defense team representing the defendant. Working out a plea deal is an important skill for a criminal defense lawyer. The Parties Involved Depending on […]