Blog & FAQs

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...

Domestic Violence & Protection Orders in TN

May 28, 2021 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

If you have recently been arrested for domestic violence in Tennessee, not only do you face serious criminal penalties such as jail time and fines, but you may also be subject...

DUI & Child Endangerment in TN

May 14, 2021 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

In Tennessee, a DUI conviction results in harsh criminal penalties, including driver’s license suspension, fines, and even a jail sentence. However, the punishment is even worse if a child passenger...

Can I Work as a Rideshare Driver With a DUI?

March 30, 2021 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

A Poor Driving Record Could Complicate Your Quest for a Side Gig Apps like Uber and Lyft have given users a chance to get from point A to point B...

What Is Simple Assault?

March 15, 2021 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

A Look at Tennessee’s Assault Laws When an individual offensively touches another person, or intimidates another to the point where they believe they will be harmed, the perpetrator is committing...

Breaking Down Tennessee Drug Schedules

February 15, 2021 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

How Different Drugs Affect Criminal Sentences Drug crimes carry varying penalties depending on the seriousness of the controlled substance involved. These severity levels are broken down into different tiers, known...