Category Archives: Drugs

The Process of Tennessee Drug Crime Investigations

The Process of Tennessee Drug Crime Investigations

Tennessee drug crime investigations are known for their complexity and depth, with law enforcement agencies dedicating significant resources to combat illegal drug activities. These investigations can take many forms and vary based on the type of drug involved, the scale of the alleged operation, and the individuals implicated. The process can be daunting for those […]

Understanding Mandatory Minimum Sentences in Drug Crime Cases

Understanding Mandatory Minimum Sentences in Drug Crime Cases

The legal landscape of drug crime cases is significantly shaped by the concept of mandatory minimum sentences. These are predetermined, minimum sentences set by law for specific crimes, including many drug offenses. The intention behind mandatory minimum sentences is to create a uniform standard of punishment that aims to deter criminal behavior. However, the impact […]

Drug Crime Penalties in Georgia

Drug Crime Penalties in Georgia

Drug offenses are punished differently depending on the substance, the amount in possession, whether the defendant possessed the drug for personal use or for resale/distribution, and other elements of the crime. When you’ve been charged with a drug crime in Tennessee or Georgia, you need a criminal defense attorney who understands the complexities of the state drug laws. You need Best & Brock! The best way to defend against criminal charges is to fully understand the elements of the crime and the potential legal […]

Tennessee Bill to Regulate Manufacture and Sale of Delta-8

Tennessee Bill to Regulate Manufacture and Sale of Delta-8

After last year’s failed attempt by the legislature to enact an outright ban on the new delta-8 and delta-10 THC products, Rep. Lamberth and Sen. Briggs have recently proposed HB 0403 / SB 0378, which seeks to regulate their production and sale instead. The bill was filed just last week, and would treat products containing “hemp-derived […]

Biden to Pardon Federal Offenses for Simple Possession of Marijuana

Biden to Pardon Federal Offenses for Simple Possession of Marijuana

On October 6th, 2022, President Biden released a proclamation pardoning those who have been charged/convicted for the offense of simple possession of marijuana under federal or D.C. law. Notice that this is only for misdemeanor marijuana convictions. Other convictions for marijuana related offenses are not subject to this pardon which could include convictions for sale […]