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CRIMINAL DEFENSE ARTICLES

Implied Consent Violation

Pursuant to Tennessee Code Annotated § 55-10-406, any person who drives a motor vehicle in Tennessee is “deemed to have given consent” to a blood-alcohol test. Should a person refuse...

4th or 5th Offense

Jail Time Class E Felony; 1 to 6 years in jail. Mandatory sentence of 150 days. Fine $3,000 - $15,000 + $100 special assessment License Revocation 8 years; eligible for...

3rd Offense

Jail Time Up to 11 months, 29 days. Mandatory 120 days in jail. Fine $1,100 - $10,000 + $100 special assessment License Revocation 6 years; eligible for restricted license with...

2nd Offense

Jail Time Up to 11 months, 29 days. Mandatory 45 days in jail. Fine $600 - $3,500 + $100 special assessment License Revocation 2 years; eligible for restricted license with...

1st Offense

Jail Time Up to 11 months, 29 days. Mandatory 48 hours in jail, or 7 days if blood alcohol content is .20% or higher. Fine $350 - $1,500 + $100...

General DUI Information

Although it is a Class A misdemeanor like shoplifting, assault, and simple possession, the crime of Driving Under the Influence is far more complicated, both in terms of its elements...