Just because the police have the right to stop vehicles does not give them the right to do whatever they want. Drivers who are suspected of drunk driving have legal rights that protect them from wrongful arrests and charges. If you are stopped by the police under the suspicion of drunk driving, it can help to review your legal rights. The following is information that can benefit you: First Amendment: your right to record the police The First Amendment gives you the right to record the police as long as it does not interfere with their duties. Recording the police could benefit you if they use ..read more

Being investigated or arrested for murder in Tennessee is a terrifying experience. A conviction for first-degree murder can pose consequences including lifetime incarceration. Fear can cloud your judgment, but taking the right steps immediately could make a significant difference to your future. Here are three things to prioritize when arrested or under investigation for murder. Exercise your right to remain silent The U.S. Constitution’s Fifth Amendment allows you to remain silent when facing an interrogation or interview. Do not answer any questions from law enforcement without a defense rep ..read more

With cost-of-living expenses on the rise, many adults have to share living quarters with others to maintain balanced budgets. Taking on a roommate helps limit the financial liability that comes from renting. A roommate shares the monthly rent payments and utility expenses for a living space. They can also help with the actual maintenance of the space. As beneficial as a roommate arrangement can sometimes be, it may also expose people to unexpected risks. For example, if police officers arrive at a rented home, a roommate might feel inclined to allow them inside. Tennessee renters may feel unce ..read more

White-collar crime is a constant headache for society, leading to huge financial losses, erosion of trust in institutions and damage to the economy. As such, being convicted of these crimes can result in severe consequences for an individual’s career trajectory. If you are facing charges, know that apart from the draining legal process, the consequences of a white-collar crime conviction on your career can be long-lasting and far-reaching. Reputation damage One of the major consequences of a white-collar crime conviction is severe damage to your reputation. Once associated with criminal behavi ..read more

Some people convicted of a criminal charge may be able to appeal their conviction or the sentence. While there aren’t any guarantees about the outcome of an appeal, understanding what to expect is important. Making this effort can put defendants in the best position to secure a favorable outcome, when possible. A successful criminal appeal hinges on an appellant’s ability to demonstrate that significant legal errors during the trial adversely affected the outcome. These errors can range from procedural mistakes to incorrect application or interpretation of the law. Critical grounds for appeal ..read more

Violent crimes such as murder understandably take up much of the news coverage. However, a crime does not have to be violent to have serious consequences. White-collar crimes are non-violent offenses of a financial nature. They often involve the misappropriation or theft of large sums of money. Outlined below are two of the most common types of white-collar crimes. 1. Fraud Deception is one of the key elements of fraud. The perpetrator will typically deceive the victim for financial gain. Fraud can happen both in person and online. For example, the perpetrator may sell something, such as a veh ..read more

Your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is a measurement of the total amount of alcohol in your blood at any given time. The law has established that the legal limit is a BAC of 0.08%. If you are over this limit, then they can assume that you were impaired by the alcohol that you consumed. As a result, when drivers are pulled over on suspicion of impaired driving, the officer may give them a portable breath test. Officers may also take suspects back to the station to use a Breathalyzer, and there have even been cases when police will do blood draws or other types of tests to obtain the evidence ..read more

Being questioned about a violent crime like assault or murder can be nothing short of terrifying. Your instinct might be to explain yourself, clear your name and escape the situation. However, when it comes to law enforcement questioning, your right to remain silent is your most powerful tool. Here are a few reasons why. Silence protects against self-incrimination Anything you say, even seemingly innocent details, can be used against you in court. A misinterpreted statement or a misspoken word can have devastating consequences. By staying silent, you avoid the risk of unknowingly incriminating ..read more

Someone’s home is their castle, and they deserve to feel safe in their residence. People can enjoy privacy within their own homes and should not have to worry about other people gaining access to the property without their consent. Of course, there are certain limitations on the protection of private residences. Sometimes law enforcement professionals can demand access even without someone’s permission. When police show up at someone’s front door, they usually need to obtain consent or present a warrant to gain access to the property. But, in a few situations, the police can force their way on ..read more

Employees may steal from their employers. In some cases, it’s a minor issue, such as taking office supplies home. In other cases, it’s a major issue, such as the theft of electronics. In still other cases, it could be a widespread embezzlement scheme involving hundreds of thousands of dollars. But no matter what form it takes, have you ever wondered why it happens? What are some of the reasons that employees will engage in this activity? Unfair treatment First and foremost, employees may believe that the employer is treating them unfairly. Maybe they don’t think they earn enough money. Maybe t ..read more