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It’s often considered preferable when divorced parents can have equal parenting time and decision-making responsibilities for their children after they divorce or otherwise go their separate ways. However, for many reasons, that isn’t always feasible. One parent may...
Most people have heard terms like “aiding and abetting” and “accessory after the fact” that refer to actions by people who helped someone commit a crime or evade accountability but didn’t directly participate in the criminal offense. Tennessee law refers to “guilt by...
For many West Tennessee drivers, the most immediate fear after a DUI arrest is not the courtroom. It is what happens if they lose their driver's license. A suspension can turn a traffic stop into missed shifts, lost income and a daily struggle to get to work or care...
Like many other states, Tennessee is an equitable distribution state. The goal during property division proceedings is to establish a fair arrangement. Factors ranging from the length of the marriage and the health of the spouses to child custody arrangements can...
Many drug charges begin with police officers finding drugs in a person's possession. However, times officers search vehicles or shared spaces, such as a multi-bedroom apartment or an office. In such cases, the state may bring a constructive possession charge. What...
There are many steps to take when preparing for divorce. Hiring a lawyer, gathering copies of critical financial records and tapping into social support are all key steps during the early divorce process. People also need to think about their financial separation from...
The Constitution and the Bill of Rights outline critical protections for people interacting with the government. Criminal prosecution is one of the more common ways in which the government exerts its authority over people living in the United States. As such, the...
Securing release pending criminal prosecution can be a lengthy process for those in state custody. They must attend a hearing in front of a judge, which may leave them waiting for days. They may need to make a cash payment to the courts to secure their release. After...
If you’re facing a criminal charge, you have numerous rights and protections you likely don’t even know about. They go far beyond the Miranda rights you should have been read upon your arrest. For example, you have the right to expect that the evidence being used...
A DUI investigation often begins with observations made during a traffic stop. If an officer suspects alcohol or drug impairment, you may be asked to complete a series of field sobriety tests before any arrest is made. One of the most common is the horizontal gaze...