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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...
Many people assume that prenuptial agreements are only for wealthy couples. In reality, a prenup can benefit people from all walks of life. Whether you own a business, have children from a previous relationship or want to enter marriage with clear financial...
Alimony can make life after divorce hard to predict. Paying support for years may add stress during a major change. If you are facing divorce or separation in Tennessee, the alimony cost may be a concern. Learning how courts determine support can show how long it...
Police officers cannot force their way onto private property without justification. To conduct a search, they typically need to obtain a warrant. Without a warrant, police officers must either secure permission from people or have probable cause. They must be able to...
The more thoroughly people prepare before initiating the divorce process, the easier divorce may become. While spouses do have an obligation to provide records to one another during the discovery process of divorce litigation, discovery can be lengthy and relatively...
Ending a marriage involves more than dividing property. Many couples are surprised to learn that debts accumulated during the marriage must also be addressed before a divorce can be finalized. Under Tennessee property division law, debt is not automatically split...
In a threatening situation, there are typically three human responses: fight, flight or freeze. Most people don’t expect to find themselves in a situation where they need to make that choice. If you are a person who fights back when confronted with violence, the...
Many parents ask this question during a custody dispute. The short answer is that Tennessee courts may consider a child’s wishes, but the child does not control the outcome. The judge still looks at what serves the child’s best interests. Under Tennessee law, age and...