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Post Conviction Relief – 6th Amendment Right to Counsel: Joshua Hedrick Interviewed by News Channel 11
Following court in the highly publicized Post Conviction Relief matter surrounding a trial court’s denial of a defendant’s constitutionally protected right to counsel, Joshua Hedrick was interviewed by Clarice Scheele of News Channel 11. “There is a reason why our founding fathers said everyone gets a lawyer, especially when it is a literal matter of…
Read This ArticleNew Trial Sought for Death Row Inmate – Knox Defense in the News
On Sunday, the Associated Press ran a story on a Knox Defense client seeking a new trial for the death sentence he has been serving for more than a decade. During the second week in March 2023, the client will receive a hearing on his Petition for Post-conviction Relief based on the trial court’s error…
Read This ArticleAttorney-client Privilege and Work-Product at Risk: Jonathan Cooper in the News
Jonathan Cooper of Knox Defense was interviewed by NewsChannel 5 relative to the listening devices installed around the Nashville District Attorney’s office, which he followed up with an email to NewsChannel 5’s intrepid reporter Phil Williams last week. He said in pertinent part: The past president of the Tennessee Association of Criminal Defense Lawyer (TACDL),…
Read This ArticleConstitutional Rights: Joshua Hedrick in the News
In the trial of six policing reform advocates arrested nearly two years ago, major constitutional issues have arisen. Josuha Hedrick represents one of those defendants. KnoxNews.com is covering the January 2023 trial. “Valentine’s attorney, Joshua Hedrick, argued enforcing the statute would be appropriate at a funeral, but not at a public meeting. The demonstrators should…
Read This ArticleKnox Defense Attorneys Included in Tennessee Super Lawyers 2022
Jonathan Cooper Recognized by Best Lawyers in America in 2023
We are pleased to announce that co-founding partner, Jonathan Cooper, has been named the 2023 DUI / DWI Lawyer of the Year for the Knoxville Metropolitan Area. Jonathan has appeared in the Criminal Defense: General Practice Section and the DUI / DWI Defense Section continuously since 2016 and was also named the Criminal Defense: General…
Read This ArticleConsequences of a Third Offense DUI in Tennessee
Any DUI conviction carries serious consequences, but the stakes are even higher for a third offense. In Tennessee, a third-offense DUI leads to substantial jail time, extended license suspension, and hefty fines. Understanding these penalties is crucial, especially given the mandatory nature of the consequences. Criminal Penalties for a Third DUI Offense A third DUI…
Read This ArticleDUI Plea Bargaining in Tennessee: Options and Outcomes
Facing DUI charges in Tennessee can result in severe penalties, whether it’s your first offense or you’re a repeat offender. Convictions often lead to mandatory jail time, hefty fines, and license suspension, depending on the specifics of the case and any prior convictions. In some situations, negotiating a plea agreement might be the best course…
Read This ArticleUnderstanding DUI Laws for Minors in Tennessee
In Tennessee, minors suspected of driving under the influence face different legal standards and penalties compared to adults. For individuals under 21, the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit is 0.02 percent, significantly lower than the 0.08 percent limit for adults. Depending on their age, minors may be charged with either a delinquent act or Underage…
Read This ArticleUnderstanding Field Sobriety and Alcohol Tests in Tennessee
Hearing a police siren behind you is always nerve-wracking, especially if you’ve had a couple of drinks. Knowing your rights and understanding field sobriety and alcohol tests in Tennessee can significantly impact your chances of fighting DUI charges. The Field Sobriety Test Field sobriety tests (FST) are tools officers use to determine if a driver…
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