Understanding Expungement

Facing a shoplifting charge can be an overwhelming and embarrassing experience, especially if it’s your first offense. You might be worried about fines, a criminal record, or even jail time.  Even if you intended to return the item or simply made a mistake, a...

At The Law Office of Nichole Dusché, we are committed to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients, no matter how complex the circumstances. Recently, I had the privilege of helping a client in Maury County General Sessions Court who was facing a domestic...

When a juvenile in Tennessee is charged with a drug offense, even a misdemeanor charge like simple possession, many families may be unaware of an additional consequence: they face a mandatory driver’s license suspension. This order of denial can affect driving...

In the age of social media and viral challenges, kids are constantly surrounded by playful, and sometimes reckless, examples of "pranks." These pranks often seem harmless at first — a funny way to impress friends, lighten the mood, or go viral. But sometimes what...

At The Law Office of Nichole Dusché, we are committed to advocating for our clients' best outcomes, both inside and outside the courtroom. Recently, we had a significant success in Williamson County Circuit Court. Our client, who was serving a four-year sentence, had...

If you or a loved one has been arrested, one of the first questions is: “How do we get out of jail?” The answer often involves bail. Bail is money or property pledged to the court as a guarantee that the defendant will return for their court dates. In Tennessee, bail...

An arraignment is the first formal step in a criminal case, where the defendant is informed of the charges and receives a copy of the indictment. In Williamson County, the court will also issue a scheduling order on the arraignment date, setting future court dates and...

You may have heard someone say, "Ask to see your motion for discovery."  What are they talking about?  Really what they are talking about is being able to see the evidence that the State has against you. Discovery is a critical component of the criminal justice...

As of July 1, 2024, Tennessee has enacted a new law, T.C.A. 39-13-118, which specifically addresses assault within healthcare facilities. This law aims to protect healthcare workers and patients by imposing stricter penalties on those who commit acts of violence or...