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...
What is the difference between theft, burglary and robbery?
A lot of people use the terms theft, robbery and burglary interchangeably. However, there are differences between these terms. In the most basic terms, robbery is stealing property with force. Theft is stealing property without using a weapon. Finally, burglary...
How to keep the police from entering your house without a warrant
The Founding Fathers of this country rebelled against the English government to establish certain basic human rights. A fundamental principle in the Constitution is protection against unreasonable searches and seizures. Understanding the application of this concept...
Increased police stops for DUI over holidays
Nearly every holiday provides an opportunity for celebration. It is a chance to spend time with friends or family, and maybe cut a little loose while you have a break from your daily routine. However, celebrating a holiday is not an excuse to drink irresponsibly...
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...
Advice for college students caught with party drugs
Regardless of the lifestyle you choose as a college student, there is always the possibility that drugs are nearby. If the police catch you with party drugs such as MDMA or X, your education could crumble around you unless you handle the situation properly. A sudden...
What makes a good criminal defense attorney?
For most people charged with a crime in Nashville, their defense attorney can be the only person standing between them and an unjust outcome. That is why someone facing criminal charges needs to hire the best lawyer they can afford. 6 traits to look for If this is...
Two things that impact drug crime sentences in Tennessee
The old saying “The Devil is in the details” holds true when it comes to drug charges. The details of the allegations, of the things the police claim when filing criminal charges, will impact the severity of the penalties. Example #1: Type. Controlled substances, or...
Types of Tennessee murder charges
Tennessee recognizes various types of murder charges. Individuals facing prosecution for these offenses may receive varying penalties depending on the circumstances of the case. Review the factors that establish degrees of murder in Tennessee. First-degree murder...
