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About Pleas:  What is judicial diversion?

About Pleas: What is judicial diversion?

The bottom line: Judicial diversion is a program in Tennessee that allows eligible defendants to avoid a criminal conviction and have their charges dismissed and expunged upon successful completion of probation. Judicial diversion, sometimes called “40-35 diversion,”...

What is a preliminary hearing?

What is a preliminary hearing?

The bottom line:   In a preliminary hearing in Tennessee's General Sessions Court, the judge determines whether there is probable cause to continue to the next phase of criminal prosecution. If you are charged with any crime in Tennessee, the first court you will...

When should I update my will or estate plan?

When should I update my will or estate plan?

The bottom line:  Meet with your estate planning attorney after any significant life change or every five years, whichever comes first. A change in your family or financial circumstances could mean a change in your estate plan.  Failing to update your will after the...

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