Recently, Tennessee lawmakers and law enforcement have been taking an increasingly more severe stance towards boating under the influence. Research has shown that boating under the influence of drugs and alcohol is dangerous and considerably increases the risk of boating accidents. The U.S. Coast Guard, who compiles nationwide statistics on boating accidents every year, reported […]
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In Tennessee, parents sometimes must fight to maintain custody of their child after being convicted of a crime. Finding a criminal defense attorney and having to miss work for a criminal court case is already stressful enough. Just when these parents think they’ve made it through their case, they may now have to face child […]
As the weather warms up, we’re all hitting the roads more frequently to attend our favorite spring and summer activities. We’re just as excited as you are to come out of hibernation this spring! With increased traffic (and perhaps nasal) congestion, however, comes increased risk of car crashes. In the state of Tennessee, drivers have […]
Stalking charges can carry significant consequences. In the legal realm, being charged with stalking could result in jail-time, hefty court fines, being ordered to participate in a rehabilitation program, and more. Furthermore, stalking charges can affect your employment, your reputation, and even your ability to possess and carry a handgun. If you’ve been charged with stalking or have concerns […]
A recent ruling by the Supreme Court of Tennessee will drastically change criminal trials moving forward. In State of Tennessee v. Tony Thomas and Laronda Turner (No. W2019-01202-SC-R11-CD), the state Supreme Court reviewed the convictions in a triple homicide that took place in 2015 as they pertain to two of the defendants. One of the […]
On top of the legal and financial consequences of a Driving Under the Influence conviction, there can be a considerable impact on your career. In order to protect your livelihood and future opportunities, you need a skilled criminal defense attorney to help you fight your charges. Best & Brock considers all the potential consequences of […]
We all know that there’s more than one side to every story. When criminal charges are brought against someone for a crime involving force, such as assault or murder, it is critical that the defendant and alleged victim alike have the opportunity to tell their side of the story. In some criminal cases, it may […]
The court system is not only responsible for adjudicating guilt in a criminal trial, but also for determining sentences. Sentencing is a complex process through which the court seeks a fair and legal punishment after a defendant has been convicted of a crime. In most jurisdictions in the United States, sentencing ranges, which implement a […]
As in all criminal cases, the prosecution is charged with proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt before a defendant can be convicted of driving under the influence in Tennessee and Georgia. In order to prove this guilt, the prosecutor will rely on the evidence collected against a defendant, typically by the arresting officer. In both […]
In this blog, we’re going to break down what might be the most difficult question you’re asked when being arrested for DUI: Will you consent to testing of your blood and/or breath to determine your blood alcohol content? In 2022, we published a blog explaining the Implied Consent law in Tennessee. We want to go […]