Domestic assault is often a serious charge arising out of dramatic or tragic events with a family member or someone you have a relationship with. A conviction can be devastating to your freedoms, relationships, and reputation. T.C.A. 39-13-111 sets out the definition for a "domestic assault victim." “domestic abuse victim” means any person who falls within the following categories: Adults or minors who are current or former spouses; Adults or minors who live together or who have … [Read more...]
Simple possession in Tennessee
February 7, 2019 by
Simple possession or casual exchange is the lowest drug offense there is in Tennessee. If you did not have enough of a controlled substance on you to be charged with a felony possession, trafficking, or sale charge, then simple possession is another option for the prosecution. What constitutes "simple possession or casual exchange" in Tennessee ? T.C.A. 39-17-418 prescribes simple possession or casual exchange as knowingly possessing or casually exchanging a controlled substance, unless the … [Read more...]
