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 […]

Third Offense DUI in Tennessee Any DUI conviction has serious consequences. These consequences increase dramatically every time you are convicted of DUI. A third-offense DUI will result in substantial jail time, years of license suspension, and thousands of dollars in fines and costs. If you are convicted of a third offense, there are mandatory penalties […]

DUI Plea Bargaining in Tennessee You will face a variety of harsh penalties if arrested for DUI. This will be the case regardless of whether it’s your first charge or if you are accused of being a repeat offender. If convicted of DUI, jail time is automatically required, and more time and fines could be […]

DUI Laws for Minors in Tennessee A person under the age of 21 who is pulled over under the suspicion of drinking and driving in the state of Tennessee may be charged with a delinquent act or Underage Driving While Impaired, depending on his or her age. Because it is illegal for anyone under the […]

What You Need to Know About Field Sobriety and Alcohol Tests in Tennessee There’s nothing worse than hearing the sound of a police siren behind you when you’re driving, unless it’s after you’ve had a couple of drinks. You may not be drunk, but it could be close. For the best chance at fighting charges […]

What You Need to Know About Forced Blood Draws in Tennessee (DUI Testing) If a police officer pulls you over on suspicion of drunk driving (DUI) in Tennessee, do you have to consent to a blood draw? The answer to this question is always “no.” There are no legal penalties for refusing to consent to […]