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New Tennessee DUI Laws in Effect in 2024

August 23, 2024 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

A key part of preparing your defense is understanding the current laws impacting your case, particularly as states continually update laws and legal definitions to accommodate the changing times and...

What to Know About Tennessee Sentencing Guidelines

August 21, 2024 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

The sentencing phase of the criminal proceedings process requires careful attention due to its potential long-term effects, including loss of liberty, financial hardship, and social stigma. This blog outlines the...

What Is Self-Incrimination in Criminal Law?

July 31, 2024 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

What Is Self-Incrimination? Self-incrimination refers to the act of providing information that could potentially expose an individual to criminal charges or penalties. In essence, it is the situation where a...

How Those Charged with DUI Are Affect by Ethan, Hailey, and Bentley’s Law

July 29, 2024 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

Understanding Ethan, Hailey, and Bentley’s Law Named after the children of victims of impaired driving, this law aims to hold drunk drivers accountable for the impact of their actions (as...

Felony vs. Misdemeanor: How They Differ

June 30, 2024 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

Felonies vs. Misdemeanors in Tennessee In Tennessee, as in most jurisdictions, criminal offenses are categorized into two primary classifications: felonies and misdemeanors. Understanding this distinction is crucial, as the penalties...

Understanding Different Types of Evidence

June 26, 2024 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

In a criminal court case, the prosecution and defense rely on various types of evidence to convince the judge or jury of their case. Broadly categorized, there are four main...

Drug Possession Defense Strategies

May 29, 2024 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

Fighting Drug Possession Charges in Tennessee Facing a drug possession charge can be frightening and stressful. The potential consequences, ranging from fines to jail time, can significantly impact your life....

What to Do If You’re Stopped for a DUI

May 27, 2024 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

Pulled Over for DUI in Tennessee? If you are ever stopped by law enforcement in Tennessee on suspicion of DUI, it's crucial to understand your rights and how to respond...

Is Blackmail a Crime in Tennessee?

April 25, 2024 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

Yes, Tennessee laws criminalize blackmail. A person can face blackmail charges if they threaten to reveal or expose sensitive information, documents, or materials that would lead to another person suffering...

Tennessee Drug Laws & Penalties: Marijuana

April 20, 2024 | By Eldridge and Cravens, PC

Weed or Cannabis Is an Illegal Substance in Tennessee As of 2024, marijuana is still considered a controlled substance in Tennessee, and the law classifies marijuana as a Schedule VI...

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