Consequences of a Domestic Violence Conviction There are many consequences under Tennessee law if a person is convicted of a domestic violence offense. Not only is the convicted person not allowed to contact the abused family member but also the person will suffer significant criminal penalties. There also are other collateral consequences for suffering a … Read more
Possession of a Handgun Under the Influence In Tennessee, it is a criminal offense to possess a handgun while under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance.[1] Sometimes, when individuals are pulled over for suspicion of driving under the influence, they may be charged not only with a DUI but also they may be … Read more
Domestic Violence Offenses with a Firearm Domestic violence allegations are serious offenses under Tennessee law, but the allegations become much more severe if the victim alleges that the violence involved the use of a firearm. Bluntly stated, those arrested for domestic violence involving firearms face more time in prison if convicted. If you face such … Read more
Domestic Violence with a Prior Conviction(s) A domestic violence conviction is obviously a serious matter. Persons convicted for domestic violence offenses face criminal time and other negative consequences. But, these consequences only increase for recidivist (or repeat) offenders. If you have been arrested for domestic violence and have a prior conviction, then you need to … Read more
Felon in Possession of Firearms Charges In Tennessee as in many states across the country, felons lose some of their rights after a felony conviction. One of the key loss of freedoms is the ability to carry a firearm – a constitutional right protected under the U.S. Constitution under the Second Amendment and under the … Read more
Shoplifting is the informal term for what the criminal code of Tennessee calls theft of property. Tennessee law defines theft of property as follows: “A person commits theft of property if, with intent to deprive the owner of property, the person knowingly obtains or exercises control over the property without the owner’s effective consent.” Theft of … Read more