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Understanding Forced Blood Draws (DUI Testing)
If a police officer pulls you over on suspicion of drunk driving (DUI) in Tennessee, you may wonder if you must consent to a blood draw. The answer is “no.” There are no legal penalties for refusing to consent to a blood test, which differs from breath tests where motorists are presumed to have given…
Read This ArticleNavigating DUI Restricted Licenses in Tennessee
A DUI conviction in Tennessee results in the automatic revocation or suspension of your driver’s license, significantly impacting your daily routine. However, there is a possibility of obtaining a Restricted License, which can help mitigate these challenges. Types of DUI Restricted Licenses There are two types of Restricted Licenses available in Tennessee: Restricted License with…
Read This ArticleDUI Release
Getting Released on Bond after a DUI Arrest In Tennessee, an arrest for driving under the influence (DUI) includes a mandatory jail sentence, even for first time offenders. If you’re arrested and charged with a DUI, you’ll be taken immediately to jail, and you will remain there until you, or someone on your behalf, posts a bail…
Read This ArticleSecond Offense DUI in Tennessee
Your first DUI in Tennessee is a serious offense, with many serious consequences. If you are arrested for a second DUI within 10 years of your first arrest, you face even greater penalties, fines and other considerations like jail time and license suspension. It’s important to know what you are facing. Not only do you…
Read This ArticleDUI by Consent in TN
DUI by consent, also known as DUI by proxy, in the state of Tennessee is a driving under the influence law that charges the owner or passenger of a vehicle with a DUI. In other words, if a person is driving a vehicle owned by someone else and commits a DUI offense, vehicular homicide or…
Read This ArticleThe Far-Reaching Impact of a Felony Conviction
A felony conviction, even for a non-violent offense, can drastically alter your life. Many people are unaware of the extensive collateral effects that come with such a conviction. Understanding these impacts is crucial for anyone facing felony charges. Key Consequences of Felony Convictions The consequences of a felony conviction extend far beyond the immediate penalties.…
Read This ArticleTennessee Implied Consent Law
When you see the dreaded flashing lights behind you, one of the things you need to think about is Tennessee’s implied consent law. In addition to penalties for driving violations and driving under the influence, you can also face penalties if you violate Tennessee’s implied consent law when you’re investigated for drunk or drugged driving.…
Read This ArticleDUI Penalties & Fines
The state of Tennessee takes DUIs seriously. DUIs come with harsh mandatory sentences, stiff fines, and life-altering restrictions on your ability to drive. If you’ve been charged with a DUI, the punishment you’re facing, if convicted, depends on your prior DUI record. Let’s break down the possibilities. Penalties & Fines for 1st Time DUI When…
Read This ArticleDecline in Capital Punishment: A Shift in Juror and Prosecutor Perspectives
The landscape of capital punishment in the United States has significantly shifted over the past few decades. While there were once around 300 death sentences pronounced each year, this number dwindled to just 20 in 2023. Nineteen states have now outlawed capital punishment, and its imposition is decreasing in many others. Changing Juror and Prosecutor…
Read This ArticleBlood Alcohol Content (BAC) Limits in Tennessee
While on the surface BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) limits seems like a simple enough topic – get a DUI conviction if you’re over the limit, scot-free if you’re under – it’s actually a little more complicated than that. Now, while the legal limit in Tennessee is cut and dry, your BAC as a determining factor…
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