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Domestic Abuse Crimes

December 9, 2021 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

What Is Domestic Violence? In Tennessee, domestic violence is referred to as domestic assault, which is an assault against a “domestic abuse victim.” Domestic disputes that escalate to matters of...

What Do You Do If Someone Steals Your Medication?

November 9, 2021 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

It is illegal to knowingly possess or casually exchange a controlled substance unless the substance was obtained with a valid prescription (TN Code § 39-17-418). But can you be charged...

Can Police Arrest Me Without a Warrant?

October 21, 2021 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

In last week's blog, we discussed what it means to have a warrant issued in your name. To recap, a magistrate may approve a request for an arrest warrant when...

What Does It Mean to Have an Arrest Warrant Issued in My Name?

October 14, 2021 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

An arrest warrant is a written document signed by a magistrate authorizing law enforcement officials to arrest the person named in the order. It contains the defendant's name, alleged offense,...

Misdemeanors vs. Felonies in Tennessee

September 23, 2021 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

Crimes in Tennessee are divided into two categories: misdemeanors and felonies. In general, misdemeanor offenses are not as harsh as felony crimes. However, getting convicted of a misdemeanor can still result in...

Can I Get a DUI for Riding a Bike Drunk in Tennessee?

September 9, 2021 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

A DUI conviction can result in harsh penalties, such as jail time, fines, and even driver’s license suspension. That is why many people try to avoid criminal charges by riding...

I’ve Been Accused of Embezzling. What Now?

August 17, 2021 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

Embezzlement is a form of theft, or, in legal terms, “larceny.” However, it is not the same as outright stealing someone’s property. Embezzling specifically involves money that was entrusted to...

Simple Possession vs Possession with Intent in TN

July 29, 2021 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

There are two main types of drug possession charges in Tennessee: simple possession and possession with intent to manufacture, deliver, or sell. While simple possession involves carrying a controlled substance for...

New Tennessee Laws in July 2021

July 23, 2021 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

On July 1, 2021, a total of 32 new laws went into effect in Tennessee. Many of these laws made significant changes to the state’s criminal justice system. The following are several new Tennessee...

DUI Vehicular Assault & Homicide in TN

June 22, 2021 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

A DUI is a serious offense in Tennessee. However, when a DUI leads to another person suffering a serious injury or getting killed, then a conviction can result in even...