Nashville Criminal Attorney Blog

Introduction Someone knocks on your door. You look outside — it’s the police. Now what? Do you have to open the door? This is one of the most common questions people ask — and getting it wrong can lead to serious consequences. The Short Answer No — you do NOT have to open the door…

A major criminal justice proposal pushed by Cameron Sexton has just failed in committee — and it could have dramatically changed sentencing in Tennessee. The so-called “three strikes” bill was defeated this week in a close 5–4 vote in the Senate Judiciary Committee after testimony from multiple voices, including prominent defense attorney Jeff Cherry.  This…

Introduction If you’re a lawyer in 2026 and you’re not posting videos online, you are falling behind. Not slowly — quickly. The legal profession has changed. Clients are no longer choosing lawyers based only on referrals or websites. They are choosing lawyers they already know, trust, and recognize. And today, that trust is built on…

Introduction If you are listed as a victim in a domestic assault case in Nashville, you may receive a subpoena to appear in court. That raises a lot of questions: These are real concerns — and the answers are not always as straightforward as people think. What Is a Subpoena? A subpoena is a court…

Introduction Tennessee has made significant changes to its implied consent law — and if you’re facing a DUI investigation, these changes matter. The penalties are now harsher, and a key legal loophole that once helped drivers has been closed by the legislature. If you don’t understand these changes, you could make a costly mistake. What…

Introduction When news broke that Tiger Woods was arrested for DUI, millions of people watched the bodycam footage. But most people missed the most important part. This wasn’t just a celebrity arrest — it was a textbook example of what not to do when dealing with police. And the same mistakes that hurt Tiger Woods…

Introduction If you’re pulled over in Tennessee, one of the most important questions is this: Can police search your car without your permission? Most people get this wrong — and that mistake can cost them their freedom. Let’s break it down in plain English. The Short Answer No — police generally cannot search your car…

Introduction If a police officer starts asking you questions, your instinct may be to cooperate. That’s a mistake. In Tennessee, you have a constitutional right that could protect you from being charged with a crime — but most people talk themselves into trouble before they ever call a lawyer. Let’s break this down clearly. The…

Yes.  In Tennessee, you can actually LOSE YOUR VEHICLE for Driving Under the Influence.  The requirements are very specific.  If you are convicted of two DUI offenses, that occurred within 5 years of each other, and one of them was committed on or after January 1, 1997, your vehicle is subject to forfeiture. One of…

These are the penalties for DUI in Tennessee.