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Hosting a summer party? Serve responsibly.
Between the freedom of summer and the potential for lifted COVID-19 restrictions, people across the state will be more than ready for some fun in the coming weeks. But if you are the one responsible for that fun, you can also be responsible for the consequences if...
Understanding reasonable suspicion and DUIs
One of the first questions police officers ask drivers after pulling them over is, “Do you know why I stopped you?” Whether you know the answer to this or not, one thing is certain: The officer must have an answer. Police cannot pull drivers over and detain them for...
Paintball fights trigger dozens of warrants, multiple arrests
Young people across Tennessee are seeking out various ways to entertain themselves in light of social distancing guidelines and school closures. However, some of their solutions are turning out to have some unfortunate consequences. Recently, young people across the...
How accurate are field sobriety tests?
Drivers stopped by police and suspected of driving drunk will typically be asked to complete a few roadside tests, called field sobriety tests. Police administer these tests to determine if a person is impaired. Considering how often police use these tests and the...
Can police search my car during a traffic stop in Tennessee?
It’s a situation with which many people are familiar. One minute they are driving down I-40, and the next, they see the red and blue flashing lights of the police in their rearview mirror and must pull over. In the time it takes a police officer to approach a person’s...
3 things in your home that could get your child into trouble
Every parent wants to keep their kids out of trouble. As big of a responsibility as this already is, it can become even more difficult as kids get older and start taking bigger risks that put themselves - and possibly their future - in jeopardy. Even when they are at...
When pranks go (really) wrong
Students across Tennessee have more free time on their hands than usual right now. And while some are using this time as an opportunity to binge-watch TV or learn a new hobby, others are discovering more mischievous outlets. In recent weeks, certain types of pranks...
Helping a loved one who may be the victim of domestic abuse
It is often very challenging for people who are in abusive relationships to get help and leave that relationship. And it can be even more difficult right now, as people are across Tennessee are needing to stay isolated in their homes with an abusive party. Because of...
False DUI allegations have very real consequences
Increasingly, people are making a living working gig jobs like driving for Uber or Lyft. These jobs provide workers with flexibility and autonomy they may not get elsewhere. However, there are some drawbacks. For instance, some drivers report losing their jobs and...
How a DUI can affect your life
Every day, someone gets behind the wheel after having too much to drink. This person may be a college student heading home after a party or a grandparent who has struggled with alcohol addiction for years. No matter who you are, a drunk driving charge will affect your...