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A police officer who stops a driver for the suspicion of drunk driving has various tools that they can use to determine if the driver is actually impaired. One of these is the preliminary alcohol screening (PAS) device, which is a handheld breath test device. The PAS...
Many people who are going through a divorce don’t realize how much they’ll have to do to end their marriage. Each decision that’s made can lead to financial and emotional impacts. In some cases, the decisions have permanent implications, so they must be considered...
No-fault divorce statutes require that the courts focus on practical issues, not allocating responsibility for the decline of the marital relationship. Tennessee does also allow fault-based divorces when there is proof of serious marital misconduct. The misconduct of...
People taken into state custody are usually aware of their Miranda rights. Even if they are not, police officers must inform them of their right to remain silent and their right to legal representation before questioning them. People who invoke their right to remain...
While preparing for a divorce, parents must take certain steps to protect their rights. It is important to understand what factors influence child custody determinations, especially in scenarios where parents are unlikely to reach an agreement on parenting time...
Being pulled over on suspicion of driving under the influence can be a stressful and confusing experience. In the moment, many people simply try to follow instructions without fully understanding what is happening. Field sobriety tests (FSTs) are a series of physical...
Individuals facing criminal charges have the right to choose their response. The right to a trial is a critical protection guaranteed by the Constitution. However, going to trial is a lengthy process with no guarantee of success. Criminal defendants concerned about...
Financial matters often dominate the process of preparing for divorce. Spouses need to collect records about household finances. Reviewing income records and credit card statements can help people spot discrepancies in disclosures and identify attempts to hide...
Anyone who watches TV has probably seen a scene where a suspect is arrested, and while they're being handcuffed, the arresting officer is telling them they have the right to remain silent, etc. That statement is known as the Miranda rights, and they're crucial to the...
The police may want to search your home or other private property in the course of an investigation. Maybe you have been accused of theft, and they are looking for stolen goods. But if the police arrive at your house and ask to come inside, what are your rights? Do...