Police officers follow specific procedures to determine if a weapon they encounter is legally owned. Understanding the key factors that help police identify illegal weapons can help you protect yourself and your family from potential complications. There are a few...
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What is an “aggravating factor”?
You may have seen severe punishments for crimes that seem very mild. This is not always a case of just punishing for the crime. It is often that there was some other circumstance. The courts call these circumstances aggravating factors. Weapons If the crime is a...
The “real” impact of a felony conviction
Receiving charges for a felony offense can be a stress-inducing turn of events, regardless of the circumstances behind your arrest. You will likely find yourself wondering what the implications of a conviction for such a crime might be. Prison time, fines and related...
Legal issues with prescribed medications
When you are sick or injured, you seek medical care to feel better. Depending on the severity of your condition, your doctor may prescribe opioids or other drugs to help you manage symptoms while you recover. However, what happens when the doctor stops ordering your...
What penalties could you face for DUI in Tennessee
If you made a mistake and got behind the wheel of your car after drinking, you may face charges for drunk driving. A conviction could jeopardize job opportunities, college admission and college scholarships. Of course, you could also face criminal penalties. Here in...
Probable strategies to combat probable cause tactics
Is it legal for a police officer to pull you over in traffic, tell you to get out of your car, and then start rummaging through your seats and removing objects from inside your vehicle? The answer is absolutely not. The Fourth Amendment to the Constitution protects...
Are you walking into trouble if you talk to police on the street?
Let's say you and your friends go to a party in Tennessee. You just finished finals, and are eager for a little rest and relaxation. As is common on the college scene, the party may have gotten a bit out of hand, a fight broke out, and you decides it's best to hit the...
