New DUI laws 2024
What's New in Tennessee DUI Law? Tennessee has long been known for its strict stance on driving under the influence (DUI), and recent legislative updates have reinforced that reputation. On...
DUI Attorney Carla Grebert Completes ARIDE Police Training
Nashville DUI Attorney Carla Grebert has successfully completed ARIDE Training (Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement Training). The ARIDE curriculum from NHTSA (National Highway...
DUI Attorney Carla Grebert Completes NHTSA DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Course
DUI Attorney Carla Grebert completed and passed National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (“NHTSA”) DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Course on March 9, 2024. This is the...
How Does Probation Work in Tennessee?
What is probation? Probation is an alternative to a jail or prison sentence. It allows individuals convicted of a crime to remain in the community under the supervision of a probation officer. The...
What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?
Basic differences between misdemeanors felonies In Tennessee, the distinction between misdemeanors and felonies is based on the severity of the offense. Misdemeanors are less serious crimes than...
Consequences of a criminal conviction
Do I need a lawyer when charged with a crime? YES! A criminal conviction can have long-lasting consequences for you and for your family, so do not face criminal charges alone. Possible results of a...
Should I Take a Plea?
Do I need a lawyer if the DA offers me a plea deal? Yes! Your criminal defense attorney will help you understand the potential outcomes of your case and can evaluate the offer The DA is not on your...
About Pleas: What is judicial diversion?
What does judicial diversion mean in Tennessee? The bottom line: Judicial diversion is a program in Tennessee that allows eligible defendants to avoid a criminal conviction and have their charges...
About Preliminary Hearings: What is “probable cause”?
What is Probable Cause? The bottom line: Probable cause means there is enough evidence to cause a reasonable belief that a crime was committed and that the defendant committed it. Probable cause...
What is a preliminary hearing?
What is a Preliminary Hearing in General Sessions Court in Tennessee? The bottom line: In a preliminary hearing in Tennessee's General Sessions Court, the judge determines whether there is...
